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Installation Procedure

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  1. If replacing the receiver dehydrator, add refrigerant oil to the receiver dehydrator. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities  for system capacity information.
  2. Install the new O-ring seals onto the receiver dehydrator tubes. Refer to O-Ring Replacement .
  3. Connect the receiver dehydrator tube to the evaporator tube.
  4. Install the A/C tube coupling over the connection between the evaporator tube and the receiver dehydrator tube. Refer to A/C Line/Tube Connector Removal/Replacement .
    5. Fig 1: Removing A/C Line Coupling & Dehydrator Mounting Bolt
    GM1204147Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the receiver dehydrator mounting bolt (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (88 lb in).

    6. Fig 2: Connecting A/C Tube Coupling Over Receiver Dehydrator Tube & Condenser Tube
    GM1204148Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Connect the receiver dehydrator tube to the condenser.
  7. Install the A/C tube coupling over the connection between the condenser tube and the receiver dehydrator tube. Refer to A/C Line/Tube Connector Removal/Replacement .
  8. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
  9. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  10. Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A .
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