97 Ram 1500 A/C Orifice Tube Location
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Mine looked like the compressor had come apart before on the previous owner, and he didn't change the orfice out. That's just a guess, but knowing the PO like I do it's very possible.
I don't think it's a common issue, but if a compressor fails, that needs to be changed, along with a thorough flushing of the system. It is the only filter in the whole system that I'm aware of.
I don't think it's a common issue, but if a compressor fails, that needs to be changed, along with a thorough flushing of the system. It is the only filter in the whole system that I'm aware of.
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on my 97, the orfice was in the tube with the red circle. With a 2000 cummins, it was fixed in one of the tubes. Those are the only two i have experience with for the ac stuff.
With my 97, the orfice was a dirty sob to get out, but i was glad i did it. I'm not sure how the air was moving at all. It sits pretty deep in the tube and was wedged with all the junk accumulated on it.
i am needing to know where exactly the orifice tube goes.
This picture is very helpful
this is for a 1999 - would you know if it is the same place ?
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From: Clayton MI
Should be.
