AC connector help needed.
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AC connector help needed.
I started the engine removal on the 98 12v today. But, after spending 2hrs on a trip to town to buy a O'reilly's plastic tool that I expected to make the line separation at the ac condenser possible (need to remove the condenser). It didn't.
I inserted the plastic 5/8th tool into the coupling, but then no amount of pushing then pulling or any combination would allow the line to separate. That was both with the tool in place or not.
As a matter of fact, I never got any movement out of the coupling.
I'm considering trying to destroy the retaining spring, then removing it to see if I can then separate the line.
At this point that's all I lack having the front of the truck off.
Thanks for any help.
RR
I inserted the plastic 5/8th tool into the coupling, but then no amount of pushing then pulling or any combination would allow the line to separate. That was both with the tool in place or not.
As a matter of fact, I never got any movement out of the coupling.
I'm considering trying to destroy the retaining spring, then removing it to see if I can then separate the line.
At this point that's all I lack having the front of the truck off.
Thanks for any help.
RR
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The '01 manual shows a clamshell looking device that closes around the connection. After closing the device, you push against it while trying to separate the other line out the rear.
Gotta tell ya, the Federal law says an AC system must be evacuated by certified personel before taking it apart. Don't forget to pull a vacuum before recharging the system.
Gotta tell ya, the Federal law says an AC system must be evacuated by certified personel before taking it apart. Don't forget to pull a vacuum before recharging the system.
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Clunk, thanks for the info. I did get it apart. It did require the use of a hacksaw and removal of the retention spring, then a liberal dose of WD40, and quite a bit of time.
Seems mud, dusty roads and time along with al oxide had formed a great glue.
RR
Seems mud, dusty roads and time along with al oxide had formed a great glue.
RR
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