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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2011TAHOE BASE, 5.3 0, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 490 (HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCOMPRESSOR MOUNTING BRACKET REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2011 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 5.3 0, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2011 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 5.3 0, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the compressor mounting stud to the engine block.
Install the compressor mounting bracket onto the compressor mounting stud.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the compressor bracket mounting bolt.
Tighten

Tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 1: Installing Compressor Mounting Bracket
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the compressor drive belt idler pulley to the compressor mounting bracket.
Tighten

Tighten the compressor drive belt idler pulley to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Install the compressor drive belt tensioner to the compressor mounting bracket.
Tighten

Tighten the compressor drive belt tensioner to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Install the compressor. Refer to COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT .

Fig 2: Installing Compressor Drive Belt Tensioner To Compressor Mounting Bracket

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.