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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 41 (HVAC SYSTEMS - MANUAL)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONCOMPRESSOR SEALING WASHERSREMOVAL (ALL MODELS)
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD
Removal (All Models)
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Removal (All Models)
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- Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system. See RECOVERY, EVACUATION & RECHARGING in GENERAL SERVICING PROCEDURES article in GENERAL SERVICING. Raise and support the vehicle. Remove the air baffle bolts. Remove the air baffle. See Fig 1.
- Remove the suction hose nut. Disconnect the suction hose from the compressor. See Fig 2. Cap off the suction port of the compressor.
- Remove the discharge hose nut. Disconnect the discharge hose from the compressor. Cap off the discharge port of the compressor. Remove and discard the sealing washers.
NOTE:
Cap or tape the open A/C lines immediately, to prevent system contamination.
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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.