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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Air Conditioning Condenser And Bolts
    GM2842348Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Install the air conditioning condenser (2) to the radiator.
  2. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Install the air conditioning condenser bolts (1) to the radiator and tighten.
  4. Fig 2: Air Conditioning Condenser Outlet Tube Fasteners
    GM2882208Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Install NEW sealing washer (3) to the air conditioning condenser outlet tube (5). Refer to Air Conditioning System Seal Replacement .
  6. Install the radiator air lower baffle and deflector side retainers to the radiator and charge air cooler. Refer to Radiator Air Lower Baffle and Deflector Replacement (LTG) .
  7. Install the upper air baffle and deflector retainers. Refer to Radiator Air Upper Baffle and Deflector Replacement (LTG) .
  8. Install the hood latch. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement .
  9. Install the air conditioning condenser outlet tube to radiator mounting bolt (2).
  10. Install the drivetrain and front suspension frame. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Removal and Installation (LGX, LTG) .
  11. Install the air conditioning condenser outlet tube (5) to the condenser.
  12. Install the air conditioning condenser outlet tube nut (3) to the condenser and tighten to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
  13. Fig 3: Air Conditioning Compressor And Condenser Hose
    GM2838656Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Install NEW sealing washer (3) to the air conditioning compressor and condenser hose (2). Refer to Air Conditioning System Seal Replacement .
  15. Install the air conditioning compressor and condenser hose (2) to the air conditioning condenser.
  16. Install the air conditioning compressor and condenser hose nut (1) to the air conditioning condenser and tighten to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
  17. Lower the vehicle.
  18. Fig 4: Transmission Fluid Cooler Inlet & Outlet Pipe With Retaining Ring
    GM2884376Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  19. Connect the transmission fluid cooler inlet and outlet pipe (2) to the air conditioning condenser, if equipped with an auxiliary transmission cooler. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection .
  20. Fig 5: Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe & Retaining Rings
    GM2884375Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  21. Connect the transmission fluid cooler pipe (2) to the air conditioning condenser, if equipped with an auxiliary transmission cooler. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Hose/Pipe Quick-Connect Fitting Disconnection and Connection .
  22. Install the front bumper fascia center support and the forward range radar module if equipped. Refer to Forward Range Radar Module Replacement , or Front Bumper Fascia Center Support Replacement .
  23. Install the front bumper fascia upper support. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Upper Support Replacement .
  24. Install the front bumper impact bar. Refer to Front Bumper Impact Bar Replacement .
  25. Fig 6: Radiator Upper Brackets & Mounting Bolts
    GM2850178Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  26. Install the radiator upper brackets (2). Refer to Radiator Upper Bracket Replacement (LTG, LGX) .
  27. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement (LCV) .
  28. Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement (LCV) .
  29. Evacuate and charge the air conditioning system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (R-134a) Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (R-1234yf) .
  30. Inspect the transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Fill Procedure .
  31. Inspect for transmission fluid leaks. Refer to Automatic Transmission Fluid Leaks .