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Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning

AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) REFRIGERANT LOW TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400 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 evaporator hose assembly.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.




1. Ensure the low side A/C temperature (1) sensor has an undamaged O-ring installed.
2. Lubricate the low side A/C temperature (1) with a light coating of refrigerant oil.
3. Install the A/C low side temperature (1) sensor to the refrigerant line.

Tighten
Tighten the sensor to 7.5 N.m (66 lb in).




4. Connect the electrical connector to the sensor.
5. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
6. Leak test the fittings of the repaired or reinstalled component using J 39400.