Dodge Nitro. Manual — part 769

Fig. 157: A/C Discharge Line, Metal Gaskets & Rubber O-Ring Seals
Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC

The A/C discharge line (1) is the refrigerant line that carries refrigerant from the A/C compressor to the A/C
condenser.

The A/C discharge line has no serviceable parts except for the metal gaskets (2) and rubber O-ring seals (3).
The O-ring seals used on the connections are made from a special type of rubber not affected by R-134a
refrigerant. The O-ring seals and gaskets must be replaced whenever the A/C discharge line is removed and
installed.

The A/C discharge line cannot be repaired and must be replaced if leaking or damaged.

REMOVAL

2.8L ENGINE

NOTE:

4.0L LHD model shown. Other models similar.

NOTE:

Replacement of the refrigerant line O-ring seals and gaskets is required anytime
a refrigerant line is opened. Failure to replace the rubber O-ring seals and metal
gaskets could result in a refrigerant system leak.

WARNING:

Refer to the applicable warnings and cautions for this system before
performing the following operation. See WARNING, and CAUTION. Failure
to follow the warnings and cautions could result in possible personal
injury or death.

CAUTION: Before removing the A/C discharge line, note the location of the right side

condenser air seal. This air seal is to direct air through the A/C condenser
and radiator. The air sealsmust be reinstalled in its proper location in
order for the A/C and engine cooling systems to perform as designed.

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Fig. 158: Refrigerant Line System
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1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.

2. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system. See REFRIGERANT SYSTEM RECOVERY.

3. Remove the air cleaner housing. Refer to REMOVAL .

4. Remove the air inlet tube from the throttle body and position it out of the way.

5. Remove the battery for clearance. Refer to REMOVAL .

6. Remove the nut (5) that secures the A/C discharge line (1) to the A/C compressor (3).

7. Disconnect the A/C discharge line from the A/C compressor and remove and discard the O-ring seal and

gasket.

8. Disengage the A/C discharge line from the plastic retaining clip located on the right side of the fan

shroud.

NOTE:

LHD model shown in illustrations. RHD model similar.

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Fig. 159: Removing/Installing Nut That Secures A/C Discharge Line To A/C Condenser
Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC

9. Remove the grille. Refer to REMOVAL .

10. Position the right side condenser air seal out of the way to gain access to the discharge line fitting.

11. Remove the nut (3) that secures the A/C discharge line (1) to the A/C condenser (2).

12. Disconnect the A/C discharge line from the condenser and remove and discard the O-ring seal and gasket.

13. Remove the A/C discharge line from the engine compartment and install plugs in, or tape over the opened

discharge line fittings and the compressor and condenser ports.

4.0L ENGINE

Fig. 160: A/C Discharge Line, Nuts, A/C Suction Line & A/C Compressor
Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.

2. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system. See REFRIGERANT SYSTEM RECOVERY.

3. Remove the air cleaner housing (refer to REMOVAL for 3.7L - SERVICE INFORMATION or

REMOVAL for 4.0L - SERVICE INFORMATION ).

4. Remove the nut (2) that secures the A/C discharge line (1) to the A/C compressor (4).

5. Disconnect the A/C discharge line from the A/C compressor and remove and discard the O-ring seal and

NOTE:

Rotate and tilt the A/C discharge line as necessary to disconnect it from
the A/C condenser.

WARNING:

Refer to the applicable warnings and cautions for this system before
performing the following operation. See WARNING, and CAUTION. Failure
to follow the warnings and cautions could result in possible personal
injury or death.

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gasket.

Fig. 161: Radiator, Bolts, A/C Condenser, Nut & A/C Discharge Line
Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC

6. Remove the grille. Refer to REMOVAL .

7. Remove the nut (4) that secures the A/C discharge line (5) to the A/C condenser (3).

8. Remove the bolt (2) that secures the A/C condenser to the right side of the radiator (1).

9. For clearance, position the A/C condenser toward the left side of the vehicle and then disconnect the A/C

discharge line from the condenser.

10. Remove and discard the O-ring seal and gasket from the discharge line fitting.

11. Remove the A/C discharge line from the engine compartment and install plugs in, or tape over the opened

discharge line fittings and the compressor and condenser ports.

3.7L ENGINE

WARNING:

Refer to the applicable warnings and cautions for this system before
performing the following operation. See WARNING, and CAUTION. Failure
to follow the warnings and cautions could result in possible personal
injury or death.

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