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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Refrigerant Hose View
    GM363060Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the A/C compressor/condenser hose assembly.
    2. Fig 2: View Of Discharge Hose At Condenser
    GM363062Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the hose to the condenser using new sealing washers.
  3. Connect the automatic recirculation electrical connector to the compressor/condenser hose.
  4. Install the upper radiator baffle.
  5. Install the nut at the condenser.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

    6. Fig 3: Removing/Installing Suction Hose From Accumulator
    GM363139Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the hose to the accumulator using new sealing washers.
  7. Install the nut at the accumulator.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

    8. Fig 4: Refrigerant Hose View
    GM363060Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the refrigerant hose to the compressor using new sealing washers. Refer to Compressor Sealing Washers Replacement .
  9. Install the refrigerant hose mounting bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).

  10. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  11. Inspect the system for leaks. Refer to Leak Testing .
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