Installation 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.
- Install the compressor drain plug (1).
Tighten: Tighten the drain plug to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Install the A/C compressor to the vehicle.
- Install the A/C compressor front nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
- Install the rear A/C compressor bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 31 N.m (23 lb ft).
- Install the new sealing washers. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
- Install the A/C compressor hose assembly to the A/C compressor.
- Install the A/C compressor hose nut to the compressor.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).
- Connect the electrical connector to the A/C compressor.
- Install the lower air deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement - Lower in Engine Cooling.
- Install the splash shield to the right side of the engine. Refer to Splash Shield Replacement - Engine - Right in Body Front End.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Release the drive belt tension by lifting or rotating the drive belt tensioner with a breaker bar.
- Install the drive belt around the A/C compressor pulley.IMPORTANT: Make sure the drive belt is aligned into the proper grooves of all pulleys.
- Slowly release the tension from the drive belt tensioner and remove the breaker bar.
- Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
- Using J 39400-A , leak test the fittings of the component. See Special Tools .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.