Rendezvous AWD V6-3.5L VIN L (2006)
13. Remove and discard the sealing washers.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install a new sealing washer onto the compressor end of the suction hose.
2. Remove the cap or tape from the compressor suction port.
3. Connect the suction hose to the compressor.
4. Install the suction hose to compressor nut.
Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
5. Connect the A/C compressor electrical connector.
6. Install the lower air baffle.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Install a new sealing washer at the suction hose to evaporator outlet tube fitting.
9. Remove the cap or tape from the evaporator outlet tube.
10. Connect the suction hose to the evaporator outlet tube fitting.
11. Install the suction hose to evaporator outlet tube bolt.
Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
12. Install the air cleaner assembly.
13. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
14. Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A.
