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Installation Procedure

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  1. Add the proper amount of PAG oil to the compressor crankcase. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities .
  2. Install the A/C compressor (2) to the A/C bracket (1).
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  3. Install the A/C compressor mounting bolts.

    Tighten 

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

  4. Connect the electrical connector to the A/C compressor.
  5. Install the A/C discharge hose to the compressor using new sealing washers. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
  6. Install the A/C discharge hose bolt to the A/C compressor.

    Tighten 

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

  7. Fig 1: A/C Compressor & Bracket
    G01478973Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the A/C suction hose to the compressor using new sealing washers. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
  9. Install the A/C suction hose bolt to the A/C compressor.

    Tighten 

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

  10. Install the intake air resonator replacement.
  11. Install the A/C drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT-AIR CONDITIONING .
  12. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  13. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.