TM 9-2320-280-34
This task covers:
a. Removal
b. Installation
INITIAL SETUP:
Applicable Models
Equipment Condition
M997A2
Air-conditioning system discharged
Tools
Evaporator blower housing opened
General mechanic's tool kit:
(TM 9-2320-280-20).
automotive (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 35.2)
Maintenance Level
Manual References
Direct support
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-134a
refrigerant only. Refer to Paragraph 14-19 for vehicles with R-12
refrigerant.
a. Removal
1.
Remove lines (9) and (3) and two O-rings (1) from dryer bottle (2). Discard O-rings (1).
2.
Peel away insulation (5) from panel (8) and loosen nut (4) and capscrew (6) on right side of
bracket (7).
3.
Remove dryer bottle (2) from bracket (7).
b. Installation
1.
Install dryer bottle (2) in bracket (7).
2.
Lubricate two O-rings (1) with lubricating oil and install O-rings (1) and lines (9) and (3) on dryer
bottle (2).
3.
Tighten nut (4) and capscrew (6) on dryer bottle bracket (7).
4.
Install insulation (5) on panel (8).
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