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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001S10 PICKUP 2D PICKUP, 2.2 5, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 754 (HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCOMPRESSOR HOSE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet S10 Pickup 2D Pickup, 2.2 5, Automatic

Removal Procedure

2001 Chevrolet S10 Pickup 2D Pickup, 2.2 5, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  2. Remove the battery heat shield. Refer to Battery Heat Shield Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  3. Remove the compressor drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Air Conditioning in Engine Mechanical - 5.7L.
  4. Remove the RH exhaust manifold heat shield.
    5. Fig 1: Compressor Clutch Electrical Connector
    GM296204Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the compressor clutch electrical connector.
    6. Fig 2: Compressor Hose Assembly & Retaining Bolt
    GM82082Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the compressor hose assembly retaining bolt.
    7. IMPORTANT: Cap or tape the compressor hose assembly and the compressor immediately to prevent system contamination.
  7. Disconnect the compressor hose assembly from the compressor.
  8. Remove and discard sealing washers.
  9. Cap or tape the compressor hose assembly and the compressor.
  10. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
    11. Fig 3: Disassembling/Reassembling A/C Line Fittings
    GM297225Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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