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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001S10 PICKUP 2D PICKUP, 2.2 5, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 867 (HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSAIR CONDITIONING (A/C) REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet S10 Pickup 2D Pickup, 2.2 5, Automatic
Installation Procedure
2001 Chevrolet S10 Pickup 2D Pickup, 2.2 5, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Lubricate pressure sensor O-ring with mineral oil. Refer to O-Ring ReplacementΒ .
- Hand start pressure sensor onto the pressure port taking care not to pinch the O-ring and tighten.
Tighten:Β Tighten the pressure sensor to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Connect the engine harness connector to the pressure sensor.
IMPORTANT:
Use R-12 refrigerant oil (mineral) to lubricate O-rings. Use of R-134a (PAG) oil will cause premature corrosion of fitting joints.
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.