Refrigerant Line Removal/Installation: Notes

Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
Discharge the refrigerant. (See REFRIGERANT CHARGING .)
Disconnect the engine ground
Disconnect the refrigerant pressure sensor connector.

Fig 1: Engien Ground Bolt With Torque Specifications
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Remove in the order indicated in the table. Do not allow compressor oil to spill.
CAUTION:
- If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability will be lowered and abnormal noise will occur. Always immediately plug all open fittings after removing any refrigeration cycle parts to keep moisture or foreign material out of the cycle.
Fig 2: Removing/Installing Cooler Hose With Torque Specifications
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
Perform the refrigerant system performance test. (See REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST .)