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Compressor Pressure Relief Valve Replacement for Chevrolet Astro - 2WD 2000

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement in Interior Trim.
  2. Recover the refrigerant from the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  3. Clean the valve seat area on the rear head.

  4. Object Number: 573960  Size: SH
  5. Remove the pressure relief valve (1).

Installation Procedure

  1. Lubricate the O-ring of the new pressure relief valve (1) using new 525 viscosity refrigerant oil.
  2. Notice: Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 573960  Size: SH
  3. Install the pressure relief valve (1).
  4. Tighten
    The pressure relief valve to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  5. Evacuate and recharge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  6. Leak test the fitting(s) of the repaired or reinstalled component using the J 39400 .
  7. Install the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement in Interior Trim.