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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 1999 🢒 Savana 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Exterior Trim 🢒 Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Recover the refrigerant from the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  2. Remove the radiator grille. Refer to Grille Replacement in Exterior Trim.
  3. Remove the lower hood latch cover from the vehicle. Refer to Hood Latch Cover Replacement in Body Front End.
  4. Remove the hood latch from the vehicle. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement in Body Front End.
  5. Remove the left hand headlamp housing. Refer to Headlamp Capsule Replacement in Lighting Systems.

    6. Object Number: 300817 Size: SH
  6. Remove the A/C lines (4) from the condenser (1).

    7. Object Number: 300816 Size: SH
  7. Remove the retaining bolts and the condenser (3) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 300816 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.

  1. Install the condenser (3) and the retaining bolts to the vehicle.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the condenser retaining bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 300817 Size: SH
  2. Install the A/C lines (4) to the condenser (1).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the compressor/condenser hose to the condenser to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).

  3. Install the left hand headlamp housing. Refer to Headlamp Capsule Replacement in Lighting Systems.
  4. Install the hood latch to the vehicle. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement in Body Front End.
  5. Install the lower hood latch cover to the vehicle. Refer to Hood Latch Cover Replacement in Body Front End.
  6. Install the radiator grille. Refer to Grille Replacement in Exterior Trim.
  7. Recharge the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .