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Refrigerant Line: Replacement

  1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM 
  2. REPLACE FAULTY TUBE OR HOSE 
    NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
  3. TIGHTEN JOINT OF BOLT OR NUT TO SPECIFIED TORQUE 
    NOTE: Connections should not be torqued tighter than the specified torqued.
    Fig 1: HVAC Component Torque Specifications
    G01317250Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  4. EVACUATE AIR IN REFRIGERATION SYSTEM AND CHARGE WITH REFRIGERANT 

    Specified amount: 

    1. Single A/C: 650 +/- 50 g (22.93 +/- 1.76 oz.) 
    2. Dual A/C: 900 +/- 50 g (31.74 +/- 1.76 oz.) 

  5. INSPECT FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGERANT 

    Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant.

  6. INSPECT AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION 
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