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Removal & Installation: O-Rings: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Aztek and 2002 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disassemble the A/C refrigerant components. For compression style fittings use a back up wrench on the fitting and loosen the fitting nut. See Fig 1 . For banjo style fittings remove the bolt retaining the banjo type fitting.
  2. Remove the O-ring seal from the A/C refrigerant component. Inspect the O-ring seal for signs of damage to help determine the root cause of the failure. Inspect the A/C refrigerant components for damage or burrs. Repair if necessary.
  3. NOTE: Cap or tape the open A/C refrigerant components immediately to prevent system contamination.
  4. Cap or tape the A/C refrigerant components. Discard the O-ring seal.
Fig 1: Disconnecting Accumulator Fittings
G00203725Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.