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Compressor Hose Assembly: Installation

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  1. Install NEW seal washers to the TXV and the condenser ends of the compressor hose. See Figure .
  2. Position the compressor hose in the vehicle.
  3. Remove the protective cap from the compressor.
  4. Install NEW "O" rings to the compressor.
  5. Install the compressor hose assembly to the compressor.
  6. Install the compressor hose bolt to the compressor. Tighten the bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. On 3.0L models, remove the protective cap from the suction hose jumper.
  9. Connect the compressor hose to the suction hose jumper. See Figure .
  10. Install the compressor hose nut to the suction hose jumper and tighten the nut to specification.
  11. Remove the protective cap from the TXV.
  12. Install the compressor hose to the TXV.
  13. Install the compressor hose nut to the TXV and tighten the nut to specification.
  14. Remove the protective cap from the condenser.
  15. Install the compressor hose to the condenser.
  16. Install the compressor hose nut to the condenser. Tighten the nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
  17. Install the compressor hose to the battery box. See Figure .
  18. Install the compressor hose nut to the battery box. Tighten the nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
  19. Install left headlamp.
  20. Evacuate and charge the A/C system. See RECOVERY, EVACUATION & RECHARGING in GENERAL SERVICING PROCEDURES article in GENERAL SERVICING.