TM 9-2320-280-34
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Applicable Models
Equipment Condition
M997, M997A1
Air-conditioning system discharged
Tools
Evaporator blower housing opened
General mechanic's tool kit: automotive
(TM 9-2320-280-20).
(Appendix G, Item 1)
General Safety Instructions
Materials/Parts
Air conditioner system must be discharged
Two O-rings (Appendix E, Item 132)
prior to replacing components.
Lubricating oil (Appendix B, Item 35)
Maintenance Level
Direct support
Manual References
TM 9-2320-280-20
TM 9-2320-280-24P
WARNING
Air conditioner system must be discharged prior to replacing
components in vapor system. Failure to do this may result in
injury to personnel or damage to equipment.
CAUTION
Cover or plug all open lines and connections immediately after
removal to prevent contamination. Remove all plugs prior to
connection.
NOTE
The following procedure applies to vehicles with R-12 refrigerant
only. Refer to para. 14-27.3 for vehicles with R-134a refrigerant.
a. Removal
1.
Peel away insulation (5) from panel (8) to allow access to nut (4).
2.
Disconnect lines (9) and (3) from dryer bottle (2). Remove and discard two O-rings (1).
3.
Loosen nut (4) and capscrew (6) on right side of bracket (7).
4.
Remove dryer bottle (2) from bracket (7).
b. Installation
1.
Lubricate two O-rings (1) with lubricating oil and install O-rings (1) on lines (3) and (9).
2.
Install dryer bottle (2) in bracket (7) and connect lines (3) and (9) to dryer bottle (2).
3.
Tighten nut (4) and screw (6) securing bracket (7) and dryer bottle (2) to panel (8).
4.
Install insulation (5) to panel (8).
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