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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Condenser To The Radiator
    GM949047Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Add the specified amount of PAG oil to the condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities .
  2. Inspect the radiator to condenser seals for the proper position.
  3. Install the condenser by guiding the tabs into the retention clips on the radiator. Press down to engage the retention clips.
    4. Fig 2: Compressor Hose, Nut, Condenser & Protective Cap
    GM932379Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the protective cap from the compressor hose.
  5. Install a new sealing washer to the compressor hose. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
  6. Install the compressor hose to the condenser.
    7. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  7. Install compressor hose nut to the condenser.

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

    8. Fig 3: Receiver Dehydrator, Condenser & Seal Washer
    GM932374Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install a new seal washer to the receiver dehydrator. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
  9. Install the receiver dehydrator to the condenser.
  10. Install the receiver dehydrator nut to the condenser.

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

    11. Fig 4: View Of CRFM Closeout/Splash Panel To Condenser
    GM948958Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the CRFM closeout panel.
    12. Fig 5: View Of Battery Box Inlet Air Duct
    GM948926Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. For L61 vehicles, install the battery box air duct.
  13. Install the front fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Redline) or Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Standard) .
  14. Evacuate and charge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  15. Use J 39400-A  to test the affected A/C joints leaks. See Special Tools .
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