Repair Procedures: Replacement

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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station.
Disconnect the A/C pressure transducer connector (A).

Fig 1: A/C Pressure Transducer Connector
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Remove the A/C pressure transducer (A).
Tightening Torque:

10.0 ~ 12.0 N.m (1.02~ 1.22 kgf.m, 7.4~8.8 lb-ft)

Fig 2: A/C Pressure Transducer
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CAUTION:
- Be careful not to bend the liquid & suction pipe.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: When installing, replace it with a new O-ring (A).

Fig 3: O-Ring
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