Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove protective cap from compressor end of the compressor hose and the compressor.
- Install new seal washers to the compressor hose. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
- Install the compressor hose to the compressor.
- Install the compressor hose nut to the compressor and tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Connect the electrical connector to the pressure transducer.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Position the compressor hose in the vehicle.
- Install a new sealing washer to the evaporator outlet hose. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
- Install the evaporator outlet hose to the compressor hose.
- Install the evaporator outlet hose nut to the evaporator outlet hose and tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Install a new sealing washer to the compressor hose at the condenser.
- Install the compressor hose to the condenser.
- Install the compressor hose nut to the condenser and tighten to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Install the compressor hose retainer nut to the battery box and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Install the left headlamp. Refer to Headlamp Replacement (Torrent) or Headlamp Replacement (Equinox) .
- Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
- Test the affected A/C joints for leaks using J 39400-A . See Special Tools .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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