Installation (3.8L Engine)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Firebird and 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. If compressor is being replaced, drain refrigerant oil from old compressor. Measure amount of oil from old compressor. If measured amount is less than one ounce, add 2 ounces to NEW compressor.
- If more than one ounce is drained from old compressor, add same amount to NEW compressor. Clean all fittings with mineral-base refrigerant oil. Lightly coat NEW sealing O-rings with mineral-base refrigerant oil before assembling. Evacuate and charge A/C system.