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Installation Procedure

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  1. If replacing condenser, add the specified amount of PAG oil directly into the condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities .
  2. Remove the plugs from the condenser fittings.
  3. Install new sealing washers. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
  4. Install the condenser.
    CAUTION: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
  5. Install the condenser retaining bolts (3).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

    Fig 1: Installing Condenser
    G01216942Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the outside air temperature bracket.
  7. Install the outside air temperature bracket bolt (1).
    Fig 2: Installing Outside Air Temperature Bracket Bolt
    G01216943Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Connect the outside air temperature sensor electrical connector to the sensor (1).
    Fig 3: Connecting Outside Air Temperature Sensor Electrical Connector
    G01216944Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the evaporator hose to the condenser.
  10. Install the evaporator hose retaining nut (1).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

    Fig 4: Installing Evaporator Hose Retaining Nut
    G01216945Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the discharge hose to the condenser.
  12. Install the discharge hose nut (2).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

  13. Install the grille.
  14. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  15. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J-39400-A  .
    Fig 5: Installing Discharge Hose Nut
    G01216946Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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