Commander 2WD V8-5.7L VIN 2 (2006)
1. Position the A/C suction line (3) into the engine compartment.
2. Remove the tape or plugs from the opened suction line fittings and the compressor and expansion valve ports.
3. Lubricate a new O-ring and a new dual plane seal with clean refrigerant oil and install them onto the A/C suction line. Use only the specified seals
as they are made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the
vehicle.
4. Install the A/C suction line onto the A/C compressor (4).
5. Install the nut (2) that secures the A/C suction line to the A/C compressor. Tighten the nut to 20 N.m (15 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the A/C suction line (2) into the retaining bracket (9) and to the A/C expansion valve (1).
7. Install the nut (3) that secures the A/C suction line to the A/C expansion valve. Tighten the nut to 23 N.m (17 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the air intake tube and the resonator.
9. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
10. Evacuate the refrigerant system.
11. Charge the refrigerant system.
