OEM 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo A/C Orifice Tube

2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo A/C Orifice Tube Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the A/C Orifice Tube on 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?

  A: Proceed with expansion (A/C orifice) tube replacement after you remove the air cleaner and duct assembly along with the cross vehicle brace. After recovering the refrigerant you should remove both the vacuum Brake Booster and the condenser tube from the vehicle. Needle-nose pliers should be used to grasp the A/C Orifice Tube so you can both turn and push it until it separates from its housing before removal. Check the expansion tube for plastic frame damage and replace it if required while inspecting for a plugged inlet filter or a coated inlet filter which should also be replaced when necessary. When the tube can be reused you should clean the inlet filter using low pressure shop air before discarding the o-ring seals. Insert the new o-ring seals into their positions by applying mineral base 525 viscosity refrigerant oil followed by a careful insertion of the A/C Orifice Tube into the condenser tube while avoiding contact with the inlet filter. Install the condenser tube followed by the vacuum Brake Booster and carry out system evacuation before recharging. Once leak inspection of the a/c system is complete the technician should reinstall the cross vehicle brace followed by the air cleaner and duct assembly.