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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the cooling fan assembly. Refer to Cooling Fan Replacement - Electric in Engine Cooling.
  2. Discharge and recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  3. IMPORTANT: Cap the open fittings in order to prevent dirt and moisture from entering the refrigeration system.
  4. Remove the receiver from the condenser. Refer to Receiver Dehydrator Replacement .
  5. Fig 1: Pressure Switch, Receiver, Bolts, Screws And Inlet Tube
    GM834073Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the bolt and the condenser inlet tube (1).
  7. Fig 2: Support Bracket And Condenser Bolts
    GM834083Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the 2 bolts (2) from the radiator support bracket.
  9. Remove the brackets from the vehicle.
  10. Remove the two bolts (1) from condenser.
  11. Fig 3: Radiator
    GM834084Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Lean the radiator back and Remove the condenser.