Accumulator HVAC: Service and Repair

SUCTION ACCUMULATOR







Removal and Installation

NOTE: Installation of a new suction accumulator is not required when repairing the air conditioning system, except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the suction accumulator.

1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. Disconnect the suction accumulator inlet fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seals.

3. Disconnect the suction accumulator outlet fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seals.

4. Remove the 2 suction accumulator bolts.
5. Remove the suction accumulator.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new O-ring seals.
- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil.

7. Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system.