Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Important: Add the required amount of new refrigerant oil. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities .
- Install the accumulator (1). See Figure.
- Install the accumulator bracket (3) clamp.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
- Install new O-ring seals to refrigerant lines.
- Install the refrigerant lines to the accumulator.
- Install the accumulator tube to accumulator and compressor tube to accumulator fitting nuts
Tighten
Tighten nuts to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
- Position the bracket holding the PCM module on to the shock tower.
- Install the bracket nuts holding the PCM module on to the shock tower.
Tighten
Tighten the PCM bracket nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Reposition the cruise control bracket if equipped.
- Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
- Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.
NOTE:
Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.