Removal 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.
- Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery & Recharging .
- Remove the A/C compressor hose assembly mounting bolt (2) from the A/C compressor (3). Discard the bolt.
- Remove the A/C compressor hose assembly (1) from the compressor (3).
- Remove the nut from the accumulator. Discard the nut.
- Remove the A/C compressor hose from the accumulator.
- Remove the upper radiator baffle.
- Remove the nut from the condenser. Discard the nut.
- Remove the A/C compressor hose from the condenser.
- Disconnect the A/C recirculation switch from the A/C compressor hose assembly.
- Remove the A/C compressor hose assembly from the vehicle.
- Discard all of the used sealing washers. Cap the system openings.