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Installation Procedure

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  1. Remove the protective caps from the condenser.
  2. Add the specified amount of Polyalkylene glycol (PAG) oil to the receiver dehydrator. Refer to REFRIGERANT SYSTEM CAPACITIES .
  3. Install new O-rings to the receiver dehydrator. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
  4. Install the receiver dehydrator to the condenser.
    Fig 1: Identifying Lower Receiver Dehydrator Bolt
    G04844290Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  5. Install the lower receiver dehydrator bolt to the condenser.

    Tightening torque 

    Tighten the bolt to 6.5 N.m (58 lb in). 

    Fig 2: Installing Receiver Dehydrator Mounting Clamp Bolt
    G04844291Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  6. Install the receiver dehydrator mounting clamp to the condenser.
  7. Install the receiver dehydrator mounting clamp bolt to the condenser.

    Tightening torque 

    Tighten the bolt to 4.2 N.m (37 lb in). 

  8. Install the front bumper fascia. Refer to FRONT BUMPER FASCIA REPLACEMENT .
  9. Evacuate and charge the A/C system. Refer to REFRIGERANT RECOVERY AND RECHARGING .
  10. Test the affected A/C joints for leaks using J 39400-A.