19/12/2024 05:58:49

Pipe - High Pressure - Charge Port (Remove and Replace)

Correction Code 18204102

  • 2024-12-19: Added Note on separately adding correction code 18200102.
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Note
This procedure requires the A/C Refrigerant (Recovery and Recharge) procedure to be performed. If not already automatically added to the Service Visit, add correction code 18200102 as a separate activity to the Service Visit.

Removal

  1. Recover refrigerant from the vehicle. See A/C Refrigerant Recovery and Recharge (Remove and Replace).
  2. Remove underhood storage unit (refer to procedure)
  3. Remove nut securing pipe retaining plate to evaporator TXV (torque 22 Nm).
  4. Remove bolt securing A/C pipe bracket to cross-brace (torque 6 Nm).
  5. Release high pressure charge port pipe from bracket.
  6. Remove bolt securing high pressure charge port pipe at union to high pressure condenser / chiller pipe (torque 8 Nm).
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    CAUTION
    Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of moisture or dirt.
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    CAUTION
    Remove and discard O-rings.
  7. Remove bolts (x2) securing A/C pipe brackets to crossmember and RH shock tower (torque 6 Nm).
  8. Release high pressure charge port pipe from brackets (x2).
  9. Maneuver and remove pipe.