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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1999ASTRO VAN 2WD V6-4.3L VIN WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGREFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR / SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIR
1999 Chevrolet Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN W
Refrigerant Pressure Sensor / Switch: Service and Repair
1999 Chevrolet Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN WSECTION Service and Repair
Compressor Control Switches Replacement (HT6/HD6)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
TOOLS REQUIRED
^ J 39500-B R-134a A/C Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling and Recharging System (ACR4)
^ J 5403 Snap Ring Pliers
^ J 9553-01 O-ring Remover
1. Recover the refrigerant using the J 39500-B.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the switch (4) in the rear head of the compressor.
3. Remove the switch retaining ring using the J 5403.
4. Remove the switch (4) from the compressor.
5. Remove the old O-ring seal from the switch cavity using the J 9553-01.
6. Inspect the switch cavity and the O-ring groove in the rear head for dirt or foreign material. Clean the components as necessary.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 5403 Snap Ring Pliers
IMPORTANT: If you reinstall an existing control switch in the compressor use a new O-ring and a new retainer ring. An O-ring and a retainer ring is included in a new switch kit.
1. Lubricate the new O-ring using clean refrigerant oil.
2. Install the new O-ring into the groove in the switch cavity.
3. Lubricate the control switch housing using clean refrigerant oil.
4. Install the switch (4) into the switch cavity until the switch bottoms in the cavity.
5. Using the J 5403 install the switch retaining ring. Ensure that the high point of the curved sides is adjacent to the switch housing. Ensure that the retaining ring is properly seated in the switch cavity retaining groove.
6. Leak test according to bench test procedure.
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.