Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the 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.

Fig 1: Installing A/C Compressor Hose To A/C Compressor (3.8L)
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the A/C compressor hose nut.
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

Fig 2: Installing A/C Compressor Hose (3.8L)
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Install the lower air deflector. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE AND DEFLECTOR REPLACEMENT-LOWER .
Lower the vehicle.
Install the new O-ring seal to the A/C compressor hose assembly. Refer to O-Ring Replacement .
Install the A/C compressor hose to the accumulator.

Fig 3: Installing A/C Compressor Hose To Accumulator (3.8L)
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Install the A/C compressor hose nut (2) to the accumulator.
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

Fig 4: Installing A/C Compressor Hose Nut To Accumulator (3.8L)
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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.
Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery And Recharging .
Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A .

Fig 5: Installing A/C Compressor Hose To Condenser (3.8L)

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