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Removal Procedure

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  1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
  3. Fig 1: A/C Compressor Hose At A/C Condenser
    GM540884Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the A/C compressor hose nut from the A/C condenser.
  5. Remove the A/C compressor hose from the A/C condenser.
  6. Fig 2: A/C Compressor Hose At Accumulator
    GM540888Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the A/C compressor hose nut from the accumulator.
  8. Remove the A/C compressor hose from the accumulator.
  9. Remove the lower air deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement - Lower in Engine Cooling.
  10. Fig 3: A/C Compressor Hose At Compressor (3.4L)
    GM277924Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Remove and discard all the used O-ring and sealing washers.
  11. Remove the A/C compressor hose bolt from the A/C compressor.
  12. Remove the A/C compressor hose from the A/C compressor.