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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the suction hose to the vehicle using new sealing washers.
  2. Install the suction hose to the accumulator.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  3. Install the NEW suction hose nut to the accumulator.

    Tighten 

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

  4. Fig 1: Suction Hose & Nut
    G01479002Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the suction hose to the compressor (1).
  6. Install the NEW suction hose mounting bolt (3).

    Tighten 

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

  7. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  8. Leak test the fittings to the component using the J 39400-A. 
Fig 2: Suction Hose & Mounting Bolt
G01479003Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.