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Installation Procedure

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    IMPORTANT: If replacing the condenser, add refrigerant oil to condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities  for system capacity information.
    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Condenser To/From Radiator Retainer
    GM1664242Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the condenser into the radiator retainer.
    2. Fig 2: View Of Condenser & Bolts
    GM1664240Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  2. Install the condenser mounting bolts.

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

    3. Fig 3: Removing/Installing Condenser Lines
    GM1664239Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Use the old condenser mounting bracket.
  3. Install the condenser line to radiator mounting bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

    4. Fig 4: Installing the engine oil cooler lines
    GM1700094Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the engine oil cooler lines (1, 2) to the radiator, if equipped.
    5. Fig 5: View of Plastic Caps Over Quick Connect Joints
    GM430130Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Push the engine oil cooler lines into the radiator quick connect fitting, until a click is heard.
  6. Tug gently on the cooler pipe to ensure proper retention.
  7. Slide the plastic cap (1) over the quick connect joint.
    8. Fig 6: Removing/Installing Suction Hose At Condenser
    GM1664236Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install new sealing washers. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
  9. Install the suction hose to the condenser.
  10. Install the suction hose nut to the condenser.

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

    11. Fig 7: Removing/Installing Discharge Hose At Condenser
    GM1664232Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the liquid line to the condenser.
  12. Install the liquid line nut to the condenser.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  13. Install the hood latch bracket. Refer to Hood Latch Support Replacement .
  14. Install the upper tie bar. Refer to Front End Upper Tie Bar Replacement .
  15. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  16. Leak test the fittings using the J 39400-A  . See Special Tools .
  17. Install the front compartment sight shield. Refer to Front Compartment Sight Shields Replacement .
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