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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2004TAHOE 2WD V8-4.8L VIN VREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR HVACSERVICE AND REPAIRCOMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT
2004 Chevrolet Tahoe 2WD V8-4.8L VIN V
Compressor Replacement
2004 Chevrolet Tahoe 2WD V8-4.8L VIN VSECTION Compressor Replacement
COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Install a ratchet into the air conditioning (A/C) belt tensioner adapter opening.
3. Rotate the A/C belt tensioner clockwise in order to relieve the tension on the belt.
4. Remove the A/C belt from the A/C compressor.
5. Slowly release the tension on the A/C belt tensioner.
6. Remove the right front tire and wheel assembly.
7. Remove the wheel house panel from the vehicle.
8. Remove the discharge hose bolt from the A/C compressor.
9. Remove the discharge hose from the A/C compressor.
10. Remove the suction hose bolt from the A/C compressor.
11. Remove the suction hose from the A/C compressor.
12. Discard the sealing washers. Cap all of the openings.
13. Disconnect the electrical connections.
14. Remove the A/C compressor mounting bolts. The lower right bolt (3) will stay with the compressor due to a lack of clearance.
15. Remove the A/C compressor (2) from the bracket (1).
16. If replacing the A/C compressor. Refer to Compressor Oil Balancing.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the A/C compressor (2) to the bracket (1) through the fender well. Insert the mounting bolt (3) into the lower right mounting boss before installing the A/C compressor.
2. Install the A/C compressor to the bracket. Insert the mounting bolt into the lower right mount before installing the A/C compressor.
3. Install the A/C compressor mounting bolts.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
4. Connect the electrical connector to the A/C compressor.
5. Install the A/C discharge hose to the compressor using new sealing washers.
6. Install the A/C discharge hose bolt to the A/C compressor.
Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
7. Install the A/C suction hose to the compressor using new sealing washers.
8. Install the A/C suction hose bolt to the A/C compressor.
Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
9. Install the wheel house panel to the vehicle.
10. Install the right front tire and wheel assembly.
11. Install the A/C drive belt.
12. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
13. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Install a ratchet into the air conditioning (A/C) belt tensioner adapter opening.
3. Rotate the A/C belt tensioner clockwise in order to relieve the tension on the belt.
4. Remove the A/C belt from the A/C compressor.
5. Slowly release the tension on the A/C belt tensioner.
6. Remove the right front tire and wheel assembly.
7. Remove the wheel house panel from the vehicle.
8. Remove the discharge hose bolt from the A/C compressor.
9. Remove the discharge hose from the A/C compressor.
10. Remove the suction hose bolt from the A/C compressor.
11. Remove the suction hose from the A/C compressor.
12. Discard the sealing washers. Cap all of the openings.
13. Disconnect the electrical connections.
14. Remove the A/C compressor mounting bolts. The lower right bolt (3) will stay with the compressor due to a lack of clearance.
15. Remove the A/C compressor (2) from the bracket (1).
16. If replacing the A/C compressor. Refer to Compressor Oil Balancing.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the A/C compressor (2) to the bracket (1) through the fender well. Insert the mounting bolt (3) into the lower right mounting boss before installing the A/C compressor.
2. Install the A/C compressor to the bracket. Insert the mounting bolt into the lower right mount before installing the A/C compressor.
3. Install the A/C compressor mounting bolts.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
4. Connect the electrical connector to the A/C compressor.
5. Install the A/C discharge hose to the compressor using new sealing washers.
6. Install the A/C discharge hose bolt to the A/C compressor.
Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
7. Install the A/C suction hose to the compressor using new sealing washers.
8. Install the A/C suction hose bolt to the A/C compressor.
Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
9. Install the wheel house panel to the vehicle.
10. Install the right front tire and wheel assembly.
11. Install the A/C drive belt.
12. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
13. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.
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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.