Suction Hose Replacement

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Fig 1: Suction Hose Replacement

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging . Remove the air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement . Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
1	Suction Hose Bolt NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 9 N.m (80 lb in)
2	Suction Hose Bracket Retaining Nut Tighten: 9 N.m (80 lb in)
3	Suction Hose Clamp Procedure: Using J 45689 , disconnect the suction hose from the evaporator by pressing the probe end into the 2 small openings in the plastic quick joint. See Special Tools . Special Tools: J 45689 A/C Quick Joint Tool. See Special Tools .
4	Suction Hose Procedure: Remove and discard sealing washer. Refer to O-Ring Replacement .