Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Important: Lubricate the new O-ring seals (2) with mineral base 525 viscosity refrigerant oil.

If you reuse the orifice tube, install the new O-ring seals (2).
Carefully grasp the edge of the expansion (orifice) tube (1) without touching the inlet filter (3) and insert the expansion tube into the condenser tube until fully seated.
Install the condenser tube. Refer to Condenser Tube Replacement .
Install the vacuum brake booster. Refer to POWER BRAKE BOOSTER .
Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY .

Fig 1: Expansion (Orifice) Tube, Inlet Filter & O-Ring Seals
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Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A .