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Installation Procedure

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  1. If replacing the condenser add the specified amount of polyalkylene glycol (PAG) oil directly to the condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities .
  2. Fig 1: View Of Right & Left Radiator Side Baffles
    GM877650Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the right and left radiator side baffles.
  4. Fig 2: Locating Radiator Upper Mounting Tabs
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  5. Slide the condenser up to engage the upper mounting tabs into the radiator.
  6. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
    Fig 3: Locating Condenser Bolts
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  7. Install the condenser bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (88 lb in).

  8. Fig 4: View Of Compressor Hose At Condenser
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  9. Install the compressor hose and new seal washer to the condenser. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  10. Fig 5: View Of Condenser Tube And Seal Washer At Condenser
    GM872546Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the condenser tube and new seal washer to the condenser. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  12. Lower the vehicle.
  13. Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  14. Leak test the fittings using the J 39400-A  . See Special Tools .