Accumulator HVAC: Service and Repair

Removal
1. Reclaim the refrigerant. Service and Repair
2. Remove the washer reservoir.





3. NOTE: Seal the tube and the suction accumulator with plugs.

Detach the suction accumulator pipe.
- Remove and discard the O-ring seal.





4. Remove the suction accumulator pipe retaining clip.





5. Detach the suction accumulator pipe.





6. Using a suitable tool detach the suction accumulator pipe.
- Remove and discard the O-ring seals.





7. Remove the suction accumulator.
- Remove the retaining bolts.


Installation
1. To install reverse the removal procedure.





2. NOTE:Coat the refrigerant line O-ring seals in clean refrigerant oil prior to installation.

Install a new O-ring seal.





3. NOTE: Coat the refrigerant line O-ring seals in clean refrigerant oil prior to installation.

Install the retaining clip.
- Install a new O-ring seal.