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.
Important: If you reinstall an existing control switch in the compressor, use a new O-ring and a new retainer ring. An O-ring and a retainer ring is included in a new switch kit.
- Lubricate the new O-ring using new 525 viscosity refrigerant oil.
- Install the new O-ring into the groove in the switch cavity.
- Lubricate the control switch housing using new 525 viscosity refrigerant oil.
- Install the switch (2) into the switch cavity until the switch bottoms in the cavity.
- Install the A/C high pressure switch snap ring using a pair of 90 degree angle pliers or J 5403 . Ensure that the high point of the curved sides is adjacent to the switch housing. Ensure that the snap ring is properly seated in the switch cavity retaining groove.
- Evacuate and recharge the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery & Recharging .
- Leak test the fittings of the components using the J 39400-A .