Installation Procedure
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- Install the discharge hose to the vehicle.
- Connect the A/C recirculation switch to the discharge hose.
- Install the discharge hose to the condenser using new sealing washers.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
- Install the NEW discharge hose nut to the condenser.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Install the upper radiator air baffle. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE AND DEFLECTOR REPLACEMENT - UPPER .
- Install the discharge hose (5) to the compressor using new sealing washers.
- Install the NEW discharge hose mounting bolt (2) to the A/C compressor.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
- Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.