Discharge Hose Replacement

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Fig 1: Discharge Hose Replacement

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Recover the refrigerant from the air conditioning (A/C) system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging . Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the front air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement . Unclip the brake lines retaining clip from engine frame to allow access to hose retaining nut. NOTE: Seal the A/C system ports after the hose is removed in order to keep A/C system from being contaminated. Disconnect the A/C compressor and condenser hose electrical connector.
1	A/C Compressor and Condenser Hose Retaining Nut CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 16 N.m (12 lb ft)
2	Sealing Washer Tip: Remove and discard the sealing washer. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
3	A/C Compressor and Condenser Hose Retaining Nut Tighten: 16 N.m (12 lb ft)
4	Sealing Washer Tip: Remove and discard the sealing washer. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
5	A/C Compressor And Condenser Hose Tip: Leak test the fittings using J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector. See Special Tools .