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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1992S10/T10 P/U 2WD V6-173 2.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR HVACSERVICE AND REPAIRCOMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT
1992 Chevrolet S10/T10 P/U 2WD V6-173 2.8L
Compressor Replacement
1992 Chevrolet S10/T10 P/U 2WD V6-173 2.8LSECTION Compressor Replacement
Fitting And Hose Installation:
Compressor Mounting:
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Discharge and recover refrigerant from the system.
2. Drive belt.
3. Electrical connections as necessary.
4. Bolt (7) and washer (8).
5. Manifold (2) from the rear of the compressor.
6. Mounting bolts (9).
7. Compressor (1) from mounting bracket.
- Drain and measure compressor oil.
INSTALL OR CONNECT
- Drain compressor oil from new compressor.
- Refill new compressor with same amount of oil drained from old compressor. If less than 30 ml (1 fl. oz.) was drained from old compressor add 60 ml (2 fl. oz.).
1. Compressor (1) to mounting bracket.
NOTICE: For steps 2 and 4 refer to "Fasteners" under "Vehicle Damage Warnings."
2. Mounting bolts (9).
- Tighten bolts (9) to 50 Nm (37 ft. lb.).
3. Manifold (2) to the rear of the compressor.
4. Washer (8) and bolt (7).
- Tighten bolt (7) to 34 Nm (25 fl. lb.).
5. Drive belt.
6. Electrical connections, as necessary.
7. Refrigerant to the system.
- Check the system for leaks.
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.