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Removal Procedure

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  1. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  2. Remove the radiator support. Refer to Radiator Support Replacement in Engine Cooling.
    IMPORTANT: Prior to removal, take note of the A/C compressor hose assembly routing and orientation between the compressor and condenser.
    Cap or tape off the open A/C components immediately to prevent system contamination.
    3. Fig 1: Disconnecting The A/C Compressor Hose Assembly From The A/C Condenser Fitting
    GM1488941Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the A/C compressor hose assembly bolt from the A/C condenser fitting.
  4. Disconnect the A/C compressor hose assembly from the A/C condenser fitting.
  5. Remove and discard the sealing washer.
  6. Cap or tape off the A/C condenser fitting.
    7. Fig 2: A/C Tube Connector & Components
    GM1313943Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Disconnect and remove the A/C tube connector from the evaporator outlet tube and A/C compressor hose assembly. Refer to A/C Line/Tube Connector Removal/Replacement .
    8. Fig 3: Disconnecting The Evaporator Outlet Tube From The A/C Compressor Hose Assembly
    GM1488797Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Disconnect the evaporator outlet tube from the A/C compressor hose assembly.
  9. Cap or tape off the evaporator outlet tube.
  10. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  11. Remove the right front tire and wheel assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
    12. Fig 4: Removing The A/C Compressor Hose Assembly To A/C Compressor Retaining Bolt
    GM1488786Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the A/C compressor hose assembly to A/C compressor retaining bolt.
  13. Disconnect the A/C compressor hose assembly from the A/C compressor.
  14. Remove and discard the sealing washers.
  15. Cap or tape off the A/C compressor.
  16. Remove the A/C compressor hose assembly from the vehicle.
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