OEM 2000 GMC Savana 3500 A/C Orifice Tube

2000 GMC Savana 3500 Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the A/C Orifice Tube on 2000 GMC Savana 3500?

  A: The first step when replacing an A/C Orifice Tube requires recovering all refrigerant from the system. First step to replace the A/C Orifice Tube involves removing the retainer from the Evaporator case to Evaporator tube before extracting the Evaporator tube from the Evaporator. The A/C Orifice Tube remover and installer (J 26549-E) helps in A/C Orifice Tube extraction processes. Plugging or compression of the A/C Orifice Tube requires users to clear impacted particles before heating the inlet pipe with a hair dryer or heat gun at 7 mm (0.25 inch) from the dimples but avoid overheating the pipe. The A/C Orifice Tube remover and installer (J 26549-E) should be used to handle the A/C Orifice Tube while applying heat through a combination of turning motions and push-pull actions to extract the blocked A/C Orifice Tube. The shorter screen end requires insertion into the Evaporator before applying 525 viscosity refrigerant oil onto the o-ring seal. Utilize the A/C Orifice Tube remover and installer (J 26549-E) to put in the A/C Orifice Tube followed by the installation of the Evaporator tube to the Evaporator while securing it at 19 n.m (14 lb ft). To complete the process end with the retainer and Evaporator cover assembly followed by evacuation and recharging of refrigerant to the system then leak inspection.