Billet Specialties Premium Tru Trac Serpentine System - 348__409 Chevy - Manual (Page 10)

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Figure 14: Install AC Compressor Clutch Cover
Apply Loctite Blue 242 to the following:
(3) 1/4-20 x 3/4” socket head cap screws
[A] Place cover on clutch and thread the socket head cap screws through the cover and
into the clutch, torque to 40-45 inch/lbs.
Caution: Over tightening these festeners will cause damage to the compressor clutch.
Do Not Over Tighten.
Figure 15: Install AC Compressor Manifold
Continue with this step ONLY if you are going to be installing your air conditioning hoses and
charging your system at this time.
Remove the plate on top of the compressor body.
Apply anti-seize to the following:
(2) 8mm-1.25 x 25mm socket head cap screws
[A] Install compressor manifold onto compressor with the two 8mm-1.25 x 25mm socket head
cap screws and tighten firmly (13 ft/lbs).
Install hoses, connect clutch wire and charge system.
IMPORTANT
If you are NOT installing hoses and charging system at this time, place manifold and
hardware in a safe place and leave cover plate on compressor at this time.
Do not connect clutch wire or apply power to clutch wire without the hoses connected
and system charged – serious damage will occur to compressor.
Compressor Oil
Although the compressor is supplied with oil, the level may not be correct for the entire
system. Consult the instruction manual of the air conditioning unit for proper levels and
system charging procedures.
This compressor is designed for use with Air Conditioning units only. Serious damage will
occur to AC compressor if used for anything other than its intended purpose.
Warranty is Void if used for any non-AC application.
[A]
DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN!
Over tightening these fasteners will cause damage to the compressor clutch.
[A]