GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2000 🢒 Regal 🢒 HVAC 🢒 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning 🢒 Vacuum Tank Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the left and right instrument panel insulators. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.

    2. Object Number: 419838 Size: SH
  2. Disconnect the vacuum hoses from the vacuum tank.

    3. Object Number: 282277 Size: SH
  3. Remove the screws that secure the vacuum tank to the HVAC control module.
  4. Remove the vacuum tank.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the tank into the vehicle.

    2. Object Number: 282277 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the mounting screws securing the vacuum tank.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the vacuum tank screws to 1.5 N·m (13 lb in).


    Object Number: 419838 Size: SH
  3. Connect the vacuum hoses to the vacuum tank.
  4. Install the left and right instrument panel insulators. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.