Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 2326

5. Remove the suction hose from the accumulator.

6. Remove the suction hose from the vehicle.

7. Discard all of the used sealing washers. Cap the system openings.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the suction hose to the vehicle using new sealing washers.

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Fig. 53: Removing/Installing Suction Hose From Accumulator
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

2. Install the suction hose to the accumulator.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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3. Install the NEW suction hose nut to the accumulator.

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

Fig. 54: View Of Discharge Hose & Connectors
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

4. Install the suction hose to the compressor (1).

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

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5. Install the NEW suction hose mounting bolt (3).

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

6. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.

7. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A . See Special Tools.

EVAPORATOR TUBE REPLACEMENT (NON HP2)

Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector. See Special Tools.

Removal Procedure

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.

2. Remove the upper radiator air baffle and deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Upper Baffle

and Deflector Replacement .

3. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .

4. Remove the surge tank hold down nut and bolt and position aside.

IMPORTANT: Do not open cooling system.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 HVAC Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra &

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