Accumulator HVAC: Service and Repair

82.17.02

Suction Accumulator

Removal
1. Reclaim the refrigerant.
2. Remove the washer reservoir.







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

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







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. Install a new O-ring seal.

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







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

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