Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Sierra, 2002 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2002 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2002 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install new O-ring seals. Refer to O-Ring Replacement .
- Install the retaining bracket (6) to the accumulator.
- Install the retaining bracket bolt (5). Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the accumulator (3).
- Install the accumulator bracket nut (4). Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Install the nut (2) to the evaporator fitting. Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Install the compressor hose to the accumulator.
- Install the compressor hose nut to the accumulator. Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Connect the electrical connector to the A/C low pressure switch.
- Install the nut to the evaporator tube (3). Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the evaporator tube to the evaporator.
- Install the evaporator tube nut to the evaporator. Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Evacuate and recharge the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery & Recharging .
- Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A .