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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008UPLANDER V6-3.9LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGRECEIVER DRYERSERVICE AND REPAIR
2008 Chevrolet Uplander V6-3.9L
Receiver Dryer: Service and Repair
2008 Chevrolet Uplander V6-3.9LSECTION Service and Repair
Receiver Dehydrator Replacement
Removal Procedure
Important: Cap or tape the open air conditioning (A/C) lines immediately in order to prevent system contamination.
1. Remove the A/C condenser. Refer to Condenser Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Cap or tape the open A/C lines.
3. Remove the receiver dehydrator upper bracket screw (4).
4. Remove the receiver dehydrator lower bolts (3).
5. Remove the receiver dehydrator.
6. Remove and discard the receiver dehydrator lower sealing washers.
7. Cap or tape the condenser lower openings.
Installation Procedure
1. If replacing the receiver dehydrator, add the specified amount of PAG oil directly to the receiver dehydrator. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities ([1][2]Capacity Specifications).
2. Remove the cap or tape from the condenser lower openings.
3. Install NEW lower receiver dehydrator sealing washers.
4. Install the receiver dehydrator.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice).
5. Install the receiver dehydrator lower bolts (3).
Tighten the bolts to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
6. Install the receiver dehydrator upper bracket screw (4).
Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
7. Remove the caps or tape from the open A/C lines.
8. Install the A/C condenser. Refer to Condenser Replacement (Service and Repair).
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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.