Nissan Altima (L32) 2007-2012 Service Manual: High-pressure flexible hose

Removal and Installation for High-Pressure Flexible Hose

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Removal

1. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer to HA-32, "HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".

2. Reposition the power steering reservoir out of the way without disconnecting the hose.

3. Reposition the engine coolant reservoir out of the way without disconnecting the hose.

4. Remove the high-pressure flexible hose. Refer to HA-31, "Component".

CAUTION: Cap or wrap the joint of the hose with a suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of contaminants.

Installation

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION: • Replace the O-ring of the high-pressure flexible hose with a new one, then apply A/C oil to it for installation.

• After charging the refrigerant, check for leaks. Refer to HA-25, "Checking of Refrigerant Leaks".

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Removal

1. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer to HA-32, "HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".

2. Remove the engine cooling fan and shroud assembly. Refer to CO-40, "Removal and Installation".

3. Reposition the power steering reservoir out of the way without disconnecting the hose.

4. Reposition the engine coolant reservoir out of the way without disconnecting the hose.

5. Remove the high-pressure flexible hose. Refer to HA-31, "Component".

CAUTION: Cap or wrap the joint of the hose with a suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of contaminants.

Installation

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION: • Replace the O-ring of the high-pressure flexible hose with a new one, then apply A/C oil to it for installation.

• After charging the refrigerant, check for leaks. Refer to HA-25, "Checking of Refrigerant Leaks".