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Originally Posted by GTP Version 2.0
I've never messed with the AC system before. How hard is it to swap out the AC compressor and all other work pertaining to the job?
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I've never done one on a GTP, but did one on a 98 Montana. I looked it over today on my GTP. You have to:
1). Remove the passenger side dog-bone (top motor mount).
2). Remove the passenger side radiator fan.
3). Remove the serpentine belt.
4). Remove the compressor electrical connector.
5). Remove the compressor coolant lines at the compressor. Find 0-rings and set aside.
6). Remove the compressor from the engine. Bring it up through the top where the fan and dog-bone have been removed.
7). Pour out all the PAG oil from the old compressor. Measure it.
A). If it is less than 2 ounces, put 2 ounces of fresh oil in the new compressor.
b). If it is more than 2 ounces, put the same amount in the new compressor.
8). Put everything back in reverse order. Use new o-rings at compressor and torque the line bolt properly.
9). Evacuate the system and then recharge with Freon.
Should take about 2 hours. You can get the compressor from GM Parts Direct online. It will come with the o-rings. PAG 150 oil can be obtained from auto parts store.