Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install new sealing washers onto the A/C compressor hose assembly. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
- Install the A/C compressor hose to the A/C compressor.
- Install the A/C compressor hose nut to the A/C compressor.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
- Install new seals washers to the A/C compressor hose assembly and evaporator tube. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
- Install the A/C compressor hose to the evaporator tube.
- Install the A/C compressor hose to evaporator tube nut.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Install the A/C compressor hose to the condenser.
- Install the A/C compressor hose nut to the condenser.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
- Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
- Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.