Compressor Pressure Relief Valve Install (V7 - Direct Mount)

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Tools Required

J 41790-A A/C Compressor Holding Fixture. See Special Tools and Equipment .

Fig 1: Rear Head A/C Compressor & Pressure Relief Valve

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Clean the pressure relief valve seat area of the rear head.
Lubricate the O-ring of the new pressure relief valve with clean 525 viscosity refrigerant oil.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the new pressure relief valve into the A/C compressor.
Tighten: Tighten the valve to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
Remove the A/C compressor from the J 41790-A . See Special Tools and Equipment .
Install the A/C compressor into the vehicle.