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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install new sealing washers onto the A/C compressor hose assembly. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
  2. Install the A/C compressor hose to the A/C compressor.
    3. Fig 1: A/C Compressor Hose At Compressor (3.4L)
    GM277924Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the A/C compressor hose bolt to the A/C compressor.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

    4. Fig 2: A/C Compressor Hose At Accumulator
    GM540888Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the lower air deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement - Lower in Engine Cooling.
  5. Install the new O-ring seal to the A/C compressor hose assembly. Refer to O-Ring Replacement .
  6. Install the A/C compressor hose to the accumulator.
  7. Install the A/C compressor hose nut onto the accumulator.

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

    8. Fig 3: A/C Compressor Hose At A/C Condenser
    GM540884Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the A/C compressor hose to the condenser.
  9. Install the A/C compressor hose nut to the condenser.

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

  10. Install the air cleaner assembly.
  11. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  12. Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A  . See Special Tools .
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