Silverado Classic 1500 2WD V8-5.3L (2007)
Important: If replacing the condenser, add the refrigerant oil to the condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities for system
capacity information.
1. Install the condenser to the vehicle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
2. Install the upper insulator retainers and the insulator retainer bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 2.4 N.m (21 lb in).
3. Connect the evaporator tube to the condenser using new sealing washers.
4. Install the evaporator tube nut to the condenser.
Tighten the evaporator tube nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
5. Connect the compressor discharge hose to the condenser using new sealing washers.
6. Install the compressor discharge hose nut to the condenser
Tighten the compressor discharge hose nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
7. Install the lower bolts to the hood latch support bracket.
Tighten the compressor discharge hose nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).