Removal & Installation: Accumulator: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Savana Special, 2002 GMC Savana Camper Special, 2002 GMC Savana, and 2002 Chevrolet Chevy Express. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Discharge A/C system, using approved refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment. See RECOVERY, EVACUATING & RECHARGING in GENERAL SERVICING PROCEDURES article in GENERAL SERVICING. Remove coolant recovery tank. Disconnect A/C lines from accumulator and plug openings.
- Disconnect electrical connector from low pressure sensor. Remove retaining nut and bolts and remove accumulator and bracket from vehicle. See Fig 1. Drain oil from accumulator into measuring container, and note amount for installation reference.