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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2010COLORADO 2WD L5-3.7LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCONDENSER HVACSERVICE AND REPAIR
2010 Chevrolet Colorado 2WD L5-3.7L
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
2010 Chevrolet Colorado 2WD L5-3.7LSECTION Service and Repair
Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement
Tools Required
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging).
3. Remove the receiver dryer.
4. Remove the condenser inlet hose bolt.
5. Remove the condenser inlet hose.
6. Remove the condenser outlet hose bolt.
7. Remove the condenser outlet hose.
8. Remove the condenser from mounts on the radiator (1).
9. Remove the condenser.
Installation Procedure
Note: If replacing the condenser, add the refrigerant oil to the condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Specifications (Capacity Specifications) for the capacity information.
1. Install the condenser to the radiator.
2. If replacing the condenser, transfer the components from the old condenser as necessary.
3. Install the condenser to the mounts on the radiator (1).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).
4. Install the condenser retaining bolts to the radiator. Tighten the bolts to 28 Nm (21 lb ft).
5. Install the receiver dyer.
6. Install the condenser inlet hose.
7. Install the condenser inlet hose bolt. Tighten the bolts to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).
8. Install the condenser outlet hose.
9. Install the condenser outlet hose bolt. Tighten the bolts to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).
10. Install the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement (Service and Repair).
11. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging).
12. Leak test the fittings of the components 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.