Installation Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Install the vacuum tank to the HVAC control module.
  2. Install the screws to the vacuum tank.

    Tighten:Β 

    Tighten the screw to 1.5 N.m (13 in lbs)Β 

    Fig 1: Vacuum Tank To The HVAC Control Module
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  3. Connect the vacuum hoses to the vacuum tank.
    Fig 2: Vacuum Hoses
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  4. Install the right instrument panel insulator. Refer to CLOSEOUT/INSULATOR PANEL REPLACEMENT - RIGHT in GAUGES AND INSTRUMENT PANELS
  5. Install the left instrument panel insulator. Refer to CLOSEOUT/INSULATOR PANEL REPLACEMENT - LEFT in GAUGES AND INSTRUMENT PANELS .
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