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Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 1997 🢒 Catera 🢒 General Information 🢒 General Information 🢒 Air Compressor Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 229076 Size: SH

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  3. Disconnect the compressor electrical connector.
  4. Perform the following steps in order to remove the air discharge tube from the air dryer:
    5. 4.1. Release the clip.
    4.2. Pull the tubing connection from the air dryer.
  5. Remove the air intake filter tubing from the vehicle body.
  6. Counterhold the compressor mounting nuts on the opposite side of the compressor bracket in order to remove the compressor mounting bolts from the compressor bracket.
  7. Remove the compressor mounting nuts.
  8. Remove the compressor.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 229076 Size: SH
  1. Install the compressor.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Counterhold the compressor mounting nuts on the opposite side of the compressor bracket in order to install the compressor mounting bolts to the compressor bracket.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the compressor mounting bolts to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

  3. Route the air intake filter tubing to the vehicle body.
  4. Clip the air intake filter tubing to the vehicle body.
  5. Lightly lubricate the seal using petroleum jelly.
  6. Connect the air discharge tube to the air dryer.
  7. Ensure that the tube is fully seated to the air dryer fitting.
  8. Secure the tube to the air dryer fitting using the clip.
  9. Ensure that the clip is fully seated into the groove on the air dryer fitting.
  10. Connect the compressor electrical connector.
  11. Lower the vehicle.
  12. Connect the negative battery cable.
  13. Reprogram the applicable accessories.