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Installation Procedure

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NOTE: Use only lint free cloths to wipe parts. Do not allow any solvent to enter evaporator or hoses.
  1. Remove the protective caps from the evaporator pipes and ensure the seal areas are clean, dry and lint free.
  2. Install new seal washers to the evaporator pipes. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
  3. Remove the protective caps from the TXV.
  4. Install the TXV and the backing plate to the evaporator pipes.
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  5. Install the TXV bolts to the backing plate.

    Tightening torque 

    Tighten the bolts to 3.5 N.m (31 lb in). 

    Fig 1: Identifying Liquid Line Evaporator Outlet Hose Seal Washers
    G04844295Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  6. Remove the protective caps from the liquid line and the evaporator outlet hose.
  7. Install new seal washers to the liquid line and the evaporator outlet hose. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
  8. Install the liquid line and the evaporator outlet hose to the TXV.
  9. Install the liquid line and evaporator outlet hose retainer plate nut to the TXV.

    Tightening torque 

    Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft). 

  10. Evacuate and charge the A/C system. Refer to REFRIGERANT RECOVERY AND RECHARGING .
  11. Test the affected A/C joints for leaks using J 39400-A.
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