Air Conditioning Hoses
NOTE:
When replacing this component it is suggested to install or replace high and low side inline filters to prevent future component damage (see Code 5).
| Condition | Code | Procedure |
|---|---|---|
| Abrasion damage, affecting structural integrity | A | Require repair or replacement |
| Abrasion damage, not affecting structural integrity | No service suggested or required | |
| Application incorrect | B | Require replacement |
| Attaching hardware broken | A | Require repair or replacement of hardware |
| Attaching hardware missing | C | Require replacement of hardware |
| Attaching hardware not functioning | A | Require repair or replacement of hardware |
| Clamp corroded, not reusable | 1 | Suggest replacement |
| Connected incorrectly | A | Require replacement |
| Corroded, affecting structural integrity | A | Require replacement |
| Corroded, not affecting structural integrity | No service suggested or required | |
| Cracked | A | Require repair or replacement |
| Fitting type incorrect (such as compression fitting) | B | Require replacement |
| Flange leaking | A | Require repair or replacement |
| Insufficient clamping force, allowing hose to leak | A | Require repair or replacement |
| Leaking | A | Require repair or replacement |
| Melted | 1 | Suggest repair or replacement |
| Missing | C | Require replacement |
| Outer covering damaged to the extent that the inner fabric is visible | A | Require replacement |
| Protective sleeves damaged | 2 | Suggest replacement of sleeves |
| Protective sleeves missing | C | Require replacement of sleeves |
| Restricted, affecting performance | A | Require repair or replacement |
| Routed incorrectly | B | Require repair |
| Swollen | 1 | Suggest replacement |
| Threads damaged | A | Require repair or replacement |
| Threads stripped (threads missing) | A | Require replacement |
| Type incorrect | 2 | Suggest repair or replacement |