Step By Step For Evaporator Installation

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Feb 24, 2003 | 11:40 AM

Bradster

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Step By Step For Evaporator Installation

Seems like the evaporator on my 90 LS400 is DOA.Does anybody know where i can get the directions for installing a new one? Chilton's does not go there with this repair.Also the cost of a new one varies from a Lexus OEM for 270.00,258.00 from discount auto and 125.00 from i believe importautoparts.com..any suggestions on that info? Any and all help/suggestions very much appreciated..The Florida weather will be kicking in soon.no time to waste

Thanks all!

Feb 24, 2003 | 07:39 PM

Bradster

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Anybody out there?

Feb 25, 2003 | 12:27 PM

Bradster

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looks like i'm on my own :(

Well i joined Alldata.com so now i have removal/installation instructions.I've also been advised to replace the tube assembly along with the evaporator (along with a couple of o ring kits) Some suggest replacing the receiver/dryer assembly also.Question is how do i know if just the fitting on the evap is bad and not the evap itself? I hope i get more response with this post than my previous post

please jump right in if you have anything to offer,the hot Florida weather is right around the corner-no time to waste!

Feb 26, 2003 | 03:14 PM

VVT-i

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Sometimes you can see the refrigirant oil at the bottom of Evaporator, but while in there already just replace the Evap., Tube and o-ring. I recommend replace the receiver and dryer,because that thing will fill up with moisture and dirt. It's under the right front head light.
The next item that will leak on your A/C is the compressor and one of the line by the compressor. Keep an eye on that too.