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.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Install the compressor drain plug (1).
Tighten

Tighten the drain plug to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

Fig 1: Installing Compressor Drain Plug
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Install the A/C compressor.
Install the 2 top A/C compressor mounting bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Install the bottom A/C compressor mounting bolt.
Tighten

Tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 2: Installing A/C Compressor Mounting Bolts
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Install new sealing washers. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
Install the A/C compressor hose to the compressor.
Install the A/C compressor hose nut to the compressor.
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).
Connect the electrical connector to the A/C compressor.
Install the splash shield to the right side of the engine. Refer to SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT - ENGINE .
Install the lower air deflector. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE AND DEFLECTOR REPLACEMENT-LOWER .

Fig 3: Identifying A/C Compressor (3.1 L)
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Release the drive belt tension by lifting or rotating the drive belt tensioner with a breaker bar.
Install the drive belt around the A/C compressor pulley.
Important: Make sure the drive belt is aligned into the proper grooves of all pulleys.
Slowly release the tension from the drive belt tensioner and remove the breaker bar.
Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery And Recharging .
Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A .