Liquid Line Description; Liquid Line Removal & Installation - Chery Tiggo 2009 Service Manual

3. Remove the nuts (2) connecting the suction lines to the accumulator.
4. Remove the accumulator mounting bolts (1).
5. Remove the accumulator. Remove and discard the O-ring seals and gaskets.
NOTE: After removing the A/C lines, plug the A/C lines to prevent any debris from entering the A/C system.
6. Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Installation Notes:
• Lubricate new rubber O-ring seals with clean refrigerant oil and install them and new gaskets onto the refriger-
ant line fittings.
• Use only the specified O-rings as they are made of a special material for the R-134a system.
• Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
• Recharge the A/C system (See A/C System Evacuation and Recharge in Section 13 Heating & Air Condition-
ing).
Liquid Line
Description
The A/C liquid line connects the A/C condenser to the A/C evaporator.
Operation
The high pressure A/C liquid line is the refrigerant line that carries refrigerant from the A/C condenser to the A/C
accumulator. Air conditioning hoses are designed to control liquid and gas at high pressures and temperatures. The
hoses are usually flexible and equipped with special metal fittings at the ends to prevent leaks and provide a sure
seal and connection between components.
Removal & Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Evacuate the A/C system (See A/C System Evacuation and Recharge in Section 13 Heating & Air Conditioning).
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