Installation Procedure

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Install the new sealing washers onto the A/C compressor hose assembly. Refer to SEALING WASHER REPLACEMENT .
Install the A/C compressor hose to the A/C compressor.

Fig 1: Installing A/C Compressor Hose To A/C Compressor
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the A/C compressor hose nut.
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

Fig 2: Locating A/C Compressor Hose Assembly
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Install the lower air deflector. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE AND DEFLECTOR REPLACEMENT - LOWER in Engine Cooling.

Fig 3: Installing Lower Air Deflector

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Install the new O-ring seal to the A/C compressor hose assembly. Refer to O-RING REPLACEMENT .
Install the A/C compressor hose to the accumulator.
Install the A/C compressor hose nut (2) to the accumulator.
Tighten

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

Fig 4: Installing A/C Compressor Hose To Accumulator
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Install the A/C compressor hose to the condenser.
Install the A/C compressor hose nut (1) to the condenser.
Tighten

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

Fig 5: Installing A/C Compressor Hose To Condenser
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Install the left front fender upper diagonal brace. Refer to BRACE REPLACEMENT -- FRONT FENDER UPPER DIAGONAL in Body Front End.
Install the air cleaner assembly.
Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to REFRIGERANT RECOVERY AND RECHARGING .
Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A .