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29. Reinstall the remaining parts.
Relay assembly and glove box frame
Glove box
Passenger's dashboard lower cover
Passenger's kick panel
Center console cover, and reconnect the
accessory power socket or cigarette lighter.
Under-dash fuse/relay box
Driver's dashboard lower cover
Front bumper and splash shield
Cruise control actuator; tighten the
mounting bolts to 10 N⋅m (7 lb-ft).
Power steering pressure switch connector
Brake fluid level switch connector
Resonator and air cleaner case
Reconnect the negative cable to the
battery.
Check for battery voltage at the accessory
power socket (or cigarette lighter).
30. Do the idle learning procedure.
Whenever the battery or the ECM/PCM is
disconnected, the ECM/PCM must relearn the
proper idle air control (IAC) values. To do this,
follow this procedure exactly.
–1 Start the engine, and turn off all accessories
(A/C, radio, defogger, etc.).
–2 Warm the engine up to normal operating
temperatures (cooling fans come on twice),
then let the engine idle for 10 minutes.
If the above procedure is not done correctly, the
engine will have an erratic idle.
31. Evacuate the system.
The HFC-134a and compressor oil used in this A/C
system are highly moisture absorbent. After
installing the system, make sure you evacuate it
for at least 15 minutes.
NOTE:
S If low pressure does not reach more than 700
mm Hg (27 in-Hg) in 15 minutes, there is
probably a leak in the system. Partially charge
the system, and check for leaks
(see step 32).
S If the system is left open, the desiccant in the
receiver tank will become saturated with moisture,
requiring longer evacuation time.
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32. Charge the system.
S This system requires only the amount of
HFC -134a refrigerant shown below. If you
overcharge the system, the engine and the A/C will
malfunction. Do not overcharge! Select the
appropriate units of measure for your refrigerant
charging station.
S Do not add oil to the compressor; a new
compressor already contains enough oil for the
entire A/C system. If you are replacing compressor
oil that has leaked out of the system, use only
Sanden SP-10 oil.
S Using the wrong oil, or mixing different types of oil,
will result in abnormal compressor noise or
seizure, or shortened compressor service life.
These conditions are not covered by the
warranty policy.
33. Check for leaks.
When testing for leaks, follow these guidelines:
S Make sure you use a leak detector designed for
A/C systems that use HFC-134a.
S To avoid false readings, do not use a tester
designed to detect Freon (CFC-12).
S Because HFC-134a is heavier than air, always
check 360° around all fittings.
S If you lose or damage an O-ring during A/C
installation, make sure you order the correct
replacement as listed here:
PART NAME
O-ring, 8 mm
O-ring, 5/8"
O-ring, 1/2"
34. Performance test the A/C system.
Refer to Service Bulletin 96-012, Air Conditioning
System Performance Test, filed under Accessories
in the old Service Bulletin binder.
35. Readjust the A/C compressor belt to
the "Used Belt" tension: 390 to 540N
(40 to 55 kg).
Refer to step 22 on page 20.
AII 24158 (0209)
500 to 550 grams
0.50 to 0.55 kilograms
1.1 to 1.2 pounds
17.6 to 19.4 ounces
PART NUMBER
APPLICATION
80873-ST7-000
Condenser line
receiver lines
80871-ST7-000
Suction hose
and line
80872-ST7-000
Discharge hose
and line
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