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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Radiator/Condenser Fasteners
    GM1547214Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Install the radiator.
  2. Install the condenser tube clip screw.

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

  3. Install the bolt that secures the radiator to the condenser.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

    4. Fig 2: Identifying Refrigerant Lines
    GM1547169Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the cap or tape from the evaporator inlet tube.
  5. Install a NEW sealing washer.
  6. Connect the evaporator inlet tube (3) to the condenser block.
  7. Install the evaporator inlet tube to condenser bolt (4).

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

  8. Remove the cap or tape off the A/C discharge hose.
  9. Install a NEW sealing washer.
  10. Connect the A/C discharge hose (2) to the condenser block.
  11. Install the A/C discharge hose to condenser block nut (1).

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

  12. Install the radiator outlet hose. Refer to Radiator Hose Replacement - Outlet .
  13. Install radiator inlet hose. Refer to Radiator Hose Replacement - Inlet .
  14. Install the cooling fans and shroud. Refer to Cooling Fan and Shroud Replacement .
  15. Connect the lower transmission oil cooler (TOC) line to the radiator. Refer to Transmission Fluid Cooler Line Quick Connect Fitting in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
  16. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
  17. Leak test the fittings of A/C components using the J 39400-A  . See Special Tools .
  18. Inspect the transmission fluid level. Refer to Transmission Fluid Checking Procedure in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
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