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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000CAB & CHASSIS K2500, 7.4 J, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1165 (HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSRECEIVER DEHYDRATOR REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2000 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis K2500, 7.4 J, Automatic

Installation Procedure

2000 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis K2500, 7.4 J, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure

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If replacing the receiver dehydrator, add the specified amount of PAG oil directly to the receiver dehydrator. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities .
Install new sealing washers to the receiver dehydrator.

Fig 1: View Of Receiver Dehydrator Upper Bracket Bolt

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Connect the receiver dehydrator to the condenser. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the receiver dehydrator lower mounting bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
Install the receiver dehydrator upper bracket bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
Install the condenser. Refer to Condenser Replacement .
Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A .

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.