1997 Chevy Silverado compressor

1997 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
142,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MOUNTAINDEW 11
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I need to replce the a/c compressor on my vehicle.For the novice how hard is it to complete this project.Also,how do I go about taking on this project
May 20, 2008 at 2:55 AM
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RHALL77
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you may have to take it somewhere to have the AC system drained, evacutated, and recharged.
May 20, 2008 at 6:12 AM
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[Thank you for your response.Do I need to have that done before I change the compressor?





quote="rhall77"]you may have to take it somewhere to have the AC system drained, evacutated, and recharged.[/quote]
May 20, 2008 at 7:37 AM
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RHALL77
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you might be able to ask them is they will discharge your system then refill it after you replace the compressor but i doubt they will do that. if you know them well, ask them. but yes, please let someone discharge it correctly.
May 20, 2008 at 7:50 AM
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