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Removal Procedure

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  1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  3. Remove the accessory drive belt from the compressor pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
    5. Fig 1: View Of Compressor Hose Nut On Compressor
    GM1646734Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the compressor hose nut from the compressor.
  6. Remove the compressor hose from the compressor.
  7. Disconnect the electrical connector from the compressor.
  8. Remove and discard the seal washers from the compressor. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
  9. Install a shipping cap on the compressor hose to prevent moisture/contamination.
    10. Fig 2: View Of Compressor
    GM1646733Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install shipping cap to the compressor (2) prior to removal to prevent spillage of oil and contamination.
  11. Remove the compressor bolts (3, 4, 5) from the compressor.
  12. Remove the spacer bracket (1) from the compressor.
  13. Remove the compressor (2) from the vehicle.
  14. If replacing the compressor (2), balance the oil. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing .
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