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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1991S10/T10 P/U 4WD V6-262 4.3LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR HVACSERVICE AND REPAIRCOMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT
1991 Chevrolet S10/T10 P/U 4WD V6-262 4.3L
Compressor Replacement
1991 Chevrolet S10/T10 P/U 4WD V6-262 4.3LSECTION Compressor Replacement
Compressor Replacement:
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Negative battery cable.
2. Refrigerant from the system.
- Cap or plug all open connections.
3. Electrical connection.
4. Drive belt from the compressor.
5. Bolt (7), washer (8) and hose manifold (2).
6. Mounting bolts (2).
7. Compressor (1).
INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Compressor (1).
2. Mounting bolts (2).
- Tighten bolts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
3. Hose manifold (2), washer (8) and bolt (17).
- Tighten bolt (17) to 34 Nm (25 ft. lbs.).
4. Drive belt to the compressor.
5. Electrical connection.
6. Refrigerant to the system.
- Leak test.
7. Negative battery cable.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.