Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Lubricate the high pressure relief valve O-ring. Refer to O-RING REPLACEMENT .
- Install the high pressure relief valve to the A/C compressor.
Tighten
Tighten the valve to 12 N.m (9 lb ft).
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Remove the cap or tape from the A/C compressor suction port and suction hose end fitting.
- Install a new seal washer to the suction hose end fitting. Refer to SEALING WASHER REPLACEMENT .
- Connect the suction hose to the A/C compressor.
- Install the suction hose to A/C compressor nut.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Install the air baffle.
- Install the air baffle bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to REFRIGERANT RECOVERY AND RECHARGING .
- Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A.