Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual — part 2330

1. Install the condenser to the vehicle.

2. Install the upper insulator retainers and the insulator retainer bolts.

Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 2.4 N.m (21 lb in).

IMPORTANT: If replacing the condenser, add the refrigerant oil to the

condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities for
system capacity information.

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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Fig. 67: Evaporator Tube To Condenser
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

3. Connect the evaporator tube to the condenser using new sealing washers. Refer to Sealing

Washer Replacement.

4. Install the evaporator tube nut to the condenser.

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

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

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Fig. 68: View Of Discharge Hose At Condenser
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

5. Connect the compressor discharge hose to the condenser using new sealing washers. Refer to

Sealing Washer Replacement.

6. Install the compressor discharge hose nut to the condenser.

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

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

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

Silverado