Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2003 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
- Remove the air cleaner assembly.
- Remove the A/C compressor hose nut from the A/C condenser.
- Remove the A/C compressor hose from the A/C condenser.
- Remove the A/C compressor hose nut from the accumulator.
- Remove the A/C compressor hose from the accumulator.
- Remove the lower air deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement - Lower in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the A/C compressor hose bolt from the A/C compressor.
- Remove the A/C compressor hose from the A/C compressor.
IMPORTANT:
Remove and discard all the used O-ring and sealing washers.