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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the A/C pressure sensor to the condenser tube.
  2. Install the new O-ring onto the condenser tube. Refer to O-Ring Replacement .
  3. Install the condenser tube to the support bracket.
  4. Connect the condenser tube to the evaporator tube.
    5. Fig 1: View Of Evaporator Tube
    GM491758Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Tighten the evaporator inlet tube nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

  6. Connect the electrical connector to the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor.
  7. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
    8. Fig 2: View Of Condenser Tube
    GM379828Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Connect the condenser tube to the condenser. Tighten the condenser tube nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

  9. Install the lower radiator air baffle. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement - Lower in Engine Cooling.
  10. Install the vacuum brake booster. Refer to Vacuum Brake Booster Replacement (3.4L) or Vacuum Brake Booster Replacement (3.8L) in Hydraulic Brakes.
  11. Install the cross vehicle brace. Refer to Brace Replacement - Cross Vehicle in Body Front End.
  12. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to one of the following procedures:
  13. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  14. Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A  . See Special Tools .
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