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A/C Compressor - Bolt Torque Specification Revised

File In Section: 1 - HVAC

Bulletin No.: 83-12-19

Date: March, 1998

SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE

Subject:
Section 1 - Revised Torque Specification for A/C Compressor Attaching Bolts and Nut

Model:
1997-98 Chevrolet Corvette

This bulletin is being issued to revise the fastener specification for the Air Conditioning Compressor bolts and nut. Change the torque value from 50 N.m (37 ft lb.) to 40 N.m (30 ft lb.), as shown in Section 1, Page 3 and 38. This specification may also appear in other areas of the Service Manual.