Removal & Installation: Evaporator: Installation
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.
- Install the new A/C evaporator. Install a new A/C evaporator seal. See Figure. Apply sealer between the evaporator upper and lower case. Do Not use epoxy glue as a sealer. Install the bolts to the engine side of the A/C evaporator upper and lower case. Tighten the A/C evaporator case bolts to specification.
- Install the A/C evaporator bracket. Install the A/C evaporator bracket bolt. Tighten the A/C evaporator bracket bolt to specification. Position the perforated section of the evaporator. Use epoxy glue in order to adhere the perforated section to the module. Allow the epoxy to dry. Use your thumb in order to grade the sealant on the inside and the outside in order to ensure a water-tight seal.
- Use the following steps in order to install the heater rear case:
- Slide the heater rear case upward into position until the upper clip engages.
- Engage the snap on the left edge of the heater rear case to the distributor case.
- Install and tighten the bolts to the heater rear case.
- Install HVAC module. Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. See RECOVERY, EVACUATION & RECHARGING in GENERAL SERVICING PROCEDURES article in GENERAL SERVICING.