740 L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F (1985)
Cut a section of hose (as shown above). Ensure that the hose is not twisted.
Dip approximately 30 mm/1.18 inches of one end of the hose into soapy water to facilitate installation.
NOTE:
Do not use silicone or other lubricant which may allow tubing to slide out.
Insert the hose into the existing hole in the (righthand side member (approximately 200 mm/8 inches from the bulkhead) and allow it to hang freely.
Insert approximately 25 mm/1 inch of the other end (the soapy end) into the drain hole.
Note:
Do not insert a longer length of hose since this will interfere with efficient drainage of the condensate. The hose does not require to be clipped
(although a clip is fitted at the side member end on the production models.)
During the New Car Warranty period, one claim per vehicle will be accepted for this repair, submitted under:
Operation Number
Labor Description
Time Allowance
874513
Drainage of
Evaporator Condensate
0.1 hr.