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How do you remove refrigerant from an evaporator?

How do you remove refrigerant from an evaporator?

Tighten the nuts to 7 N·m (60 in. lbs.) Connect the heater hoses to the heater core tubes. Unplug or remove the tape from the refrigerant fittings, and connect the refrigerant lines to the evaporator tubes.

How to replace Silverado evaporator without removing dashboard?

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How do you remove the battery from an evaporator?

Installation is the reverse of removal. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system as described in this group. Disconnect the refrigerant lines from the evaporator tubes. Install plugs in, or tape over all of the open refrigerant fittings.

How do you add coolant to an evaporator?

Connect the heater hoses to the heater core tubes. Unplug or remove the tape from the refrigerant fittings, and connect the refrigerant lines to the evaporator tubes. Install the coolant reserve/overflow bottle. Install the PCM. Connect the rear floor heat duct to the center adaptor.

Where to remove the evaporator from a car?

This operation should be performed by a licensed refrigerant handler. Remove the liquid line connection that goes to the evaporator, and then remove the heater hoses from the core. Next, remove the air conditioning and heating unit from under the dashboard, which is located under the instrument panel.

How do you replace an air conditioner evaporator?

Flip the unit back over to take the upper half of the “housing” off. Remove the evaporator from the lower housing case. Check for damage to the housing that holds the evaporator for any cracking or wearing, and be sure there are no missing pieces to the housing. Replace any damaged or worn pieces.

Do you have to flush the evaporator before you can remove it?

Flush all coolant from the system and place the liquid into an approved recycling unit. The refrigerant must be discharged before the evaporator can be remove because it is dangerous to remove parts when the refrigerant is still in the system. You must bleed, or discharge, the system first.

What should the temperature of the evaporator be?

The ideal temperature for evaporator coils is 320-degrees Fahrenheit. On humid days, you will see water dripping from under your vehicle; this is normal. When getting the car serviced, having your evaporator checked should be a part of your auto’s routine checkup and maintenance.

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Ruth Doyle