Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Pontiac G5 and 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install new sealing washers on the condenser tube and evaporator hose fittings. Refer to Air Conditioning System Seal Replacement .
- Install the condenser tube and evaporator hose to the TXV.
- Install the TXV nut and tighten to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Install the front condenser tube to the rear condenser tube (1) and tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Install the condenser tube to the front of dash (2) and tighten the nut to 10 N.m (88 lb in).
- Install the condenser tube to the frame rail bracket (1).
- Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Install a new seal washer to the condenser tube. Refer to Air Conditioning System Seal Replacement .
- Install the condenser tube and bolt to the condenser and tighten the bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
- Leak test the fittings using the J 39400-A . See Special Tools .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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