Refrigerant Temperature Sensor: Service and Repair
A/C REFRIGERANT LOW TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENTTOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the low side temperature sensor.
3. Unscrew the A/C low side temperature sensor (1) from the refrigerant line and remove the sensor from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Ensure the low side A/C temperature (1) sensor has a O-ring installed and the O-ring is not damaged.
Lubricate the low side A/C temperature (1) with a light coating of refrigerant oil.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the A/C low side temperature (1) sensor to the refrigerant line.
Tighten
Tighten the sensor to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
3. Connect the electrical connector to the sensor.
4. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
5. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.