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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 279 (HVAC SYSTEM)BASIC SYSTEMA/C COMPRESSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONNOTES
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 Z
A/C Compressor Removal/Installation: Notes
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Notes
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- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Discharge the refrigerant. REFRIGERANT CHARGING .
- Remove the splash shield.
- Remove the A/C drive belt. See DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT .
- Detach the two wiring harness clamps.
- Disconnect the cooler hose (LO) and cooler hose (HI). Do not allow remaining compressor oil in the refrigerant line to spill. See REFRIGERANT LINE REMOVAL NOTE . See REFRIGERANT LINE INSTALLATION NOTE .CAUTION:
- If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability will be lowered and abnormal noise or other malfunction could occur. Always plug open fittings immediately after removing any refrigeration cycle parts.
- Remove the compressor protector.
- Remove in the order indicated in the figure. Do not allow remaining compressor oil in the A/C compressor to spill.CAUTION:
- If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability will be lowered and abnormal noise or other malfunction could occur. Always plug open fittings immediately after removing any refrigeration cycle parts.
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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.