S-SB-0012-14

April 29, 2014
S-SB-0012-14
HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose Clogged Due to Insect
Intrusion
Service
Category
Vehicle Interior
Section
Heating/Air Conditioning
Market
USA
Applicability
YEAR(S)
MODEL(S)
2011 – 2014
tC
2008 – 2014
xB
2008 – 2014
xD
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Introduction
Some vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC Evaporator
Drain Hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose tip (ARINIX®
Tip) is now available to help minimize future occurrences of this environmental condition. For some
models, a new drain hose is required to properly fit the ARINIX® Tip. Follow the procedures in this
bulletin for proper handling and installation of this optional service part.
NOTE
The ARINIX® Tip is NOT registered or labeled for sale or use outside the United States or
Puerto Rico.
Warranty Information
OP CODE
DESCRIPTION
TIME
OFP
T1
T2
N/A
Not Applicable to Warranty
–
–
–
–
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Parts Information
PART NUMBER
MODEL
MODEL YEAR
All
2008 – 2014
2011 – 2013
87265-33010
88539-12200
tC
Late
2013 – 2014
xB
xD
2008 – 2013
REPAIR
PROCEDURE
QTY
Connector,
Water Hose
(ARINIX® Tip)
All
1
88539-12230
Hose, Drain Cooler
90480-26030
Grommet
88539-21030
88539-12200
PART NAME
NEW
PREVIOUS
A
B
Hose, Drain Cooler
88539-12230
90480-26030
2014
88539-12230
2008 – 2010
88539-52020
2011 – 2014
88539-52040
A
Grommet
1
1
1
1
1
1
Hose, Drain Cooler
B
1
1
Required Tools & Equipment
REQUIRED MATERIAL
QUANTITY
Chemical Resistant Gloves (Made From Waterproof Material)
1
Safety Requirements for Handling the ARINIX® Tip (Connector, Water Hose)
• Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning/maintaining Personal Protection Equipment
(PPE). If no such instructions for cleaning/maintaining PPE exist, use detergent and hot water.
Keep PPE separate from other laundry.
• Users should remove PPE immediately after handling this product.
• Wash the outside of the gloves before removing.
• Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, or using the toilet.
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Safety Requirements for Handling the ARINIX® Tip (Connector, Water Hose) (Continued)
CAUTION
IF SWALLOWED:
Call the poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have the person sip
a glass of water if able to swallow.
• Do NOT induce vomiting unless instructed by the poison control center or doctor.
• Do NOT give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
IF ON SKIN OR CLOTHING:
Take off the contaminated clothing immediately. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for
15 to 20 minutes. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
IF IN EYES:
Hold eye open and rinse gently and slowly with water for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove contact lenses
(if present) after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call poison control center or doctor
for treatment advice.
HOTLINE NUMBER:
Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center, doctor, or going
for treatment. You may also contact 800-424-9300 for emergency medical treatment information.
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Directions for Use on ALL Repair Procedures
The ARINIX® Tip contains permethrin, a pesticide, as the active ingredient. Please note, it is a
violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.
Repair Procedure A
1. Follow the instructions provided in the Safety Requirements for Handling the ARINIX® Tip
(Connector, Water Hose) section of this bulletin.
2. Locate the HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose.
3. Following the vehicle specific Repair Manual, remove the HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose.
4. Put on all necessary PPE and install the ARINIX® Tip (Connector, Water Hose) into the NEW
HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose listed in the Parts Information section of this bulletin.
5. When installing the ARINIX® Tip, verify it is fully seated in the HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose
as shown in Figure 1.
6. Following the vehicle specific Repair Manual,
install the HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose.
Figure 1..
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Repair Procedure B
1. Follow the instructions provided in the Safety Requirements for Handling the ARINIX® Tip
(Connector, Water Hose) section of this bulletin.
2. Locate the HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose.
3. Following the vehicle specific Repair Manual, remove the HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose.
4. Put on all necessary PPE and install the ARINIX® Tip into the original HVAC Evaporator Drain
Hose listed in the Parts Information section of this bulletin.
5. When installing the ARINIX® Tip, verify it is fully seated in the HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose
as shown in Figure 1.
6. Following the vehicle specific Repair Manual, install the HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose.
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