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Summary of Contents for Classic AutoAir Perfect Fit-Elite Series
- Page 1 1964-1967 Pontiac GTO © DOCUMENT #1-2079 ©2012 ClassicAutoAir / 6.12revA...
- Page 3 Congratulations... You have just purchased the highest quality, best performing A/C system ever designed for your Classic Vehicle. To obtain the high level of performance and dependability our systems are known for, please pay close attention to the following instructions. Our installation steps and procedures are derived from a long history of research and development and the combined experience achieved thru thousands of successful installations (and feedback from customers like you).
- Page 4 Check List, Pre-Installation: Before beginning the installation check the shipping box for the correct components. YOUR BOXED UNIT INCLUDES A LIST OF MAJOR COMPONENTS AND A LIST OF BAGGED PARTS. We have a 5 stage check process to make sure you have everything you’ll need.
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Page 5: High Pressure Switch
A Basic A/C Overview OUTSIDE AIR Evaporator with Blower Fan In order to remove the heat from the air in the vehicle, the A/C evaporator allows the refrigerant to absorb the heat from the air passing over it. The blower fan moves cool air out into the car interior. - Page 6 Control & Operating Instructions Your new Perfect Fit-Elite system offers complete comfort capabilities in virtually every driving condition. This includes temperature control in all of the modes. This system also provides the ability to blend the air between Face, Heat, and Defrost modes simultaneously. To illustrate the various ways you can adjust the airflow direction and temperature - we’ve provided these handy illustrations and chart to show exactly how you can adjust your Perfect Fit-Elite for maximum comfort...
- Page 7 Remove Glovebox, Console (if equipped, optional) Radio, Heater Control Head, and Bezel, and set them aside for reinstall later (see figure 1). The removal of the Original Heater Assembly can be accomplished by disconnecting three control cables. One is attached to the Heat/Defrost door (see figure 2). One is attached to the Temperature door, and one is attached to the Vent / Heat door (see figure 3).
- Page 8 PAGE THESE ARE THE PARTS YOU WILL FIND IN BAG KIT A You will use all of these parts and hardware during the next series of installation steps. Pressure Switch (engine compartment) Ground Ground Thermostat OEM Power Supply Blower Switch Knob Wire Harness - Power Supply PN#0105-36...
- Page 9 PAGE Modifying the Heater Control Head 1) Remove the OEM blower switch knob. Retain the screws, you will use them Remove again shortly. Remove the control cables and the original blower switch and set both cams aside (these will not be reused). Also, you will need to remove the two OEM plastic cable cams (as shown to the right).
- Page 10 PAGE Preparing the EZ Cable Integrators for installation: First place the included cable clips over the ends of the EZ Integrators (as shown in figure 5). Prepare both integrators the same way. Next, attach the TEMP EZ Cable Integrator to the control head as show in figure 6. Attach FIGURE 5 to the body (utilizing an OEM screw that held a cable).
- Page 11 THESE ARE THE PARTS YOU WILL FIND IN BAG KIT B You will use all of these parts and hardware during the next series of installation steps. Fresh Air Inlet Block Off Evaporator Support Bracket Evaporator Support Bracket PN#10-1048-2 PN#0040-10 PN#0040-11 One Washer Two #10 - 16 x 3/4"...
- Page 12 Remove the blower assembly in the engine compartment and discard. Locate the block off plate we’ve included and install it over the hole. It will need to be tucked in behind the hood hinge. Locate the original wiring harness that supplied power to the original heater 4"...
- Page 13 Within the engine compartment area, install a Fresh Air inlet block off over the COWL OEM vent opening using the original nuts. Remove evaporator unit from box and place on a flat work surface. Locate defrost / heat duct assembly and attach to the evaporator using two #10 - 10 x 5/8"...
- Page 14 Installing the complete evaporator unit under the dash will go much easier with the help of a friend. One person can take the unit within the car and “roll” up and under the dash while the other person can be ready at the firewall area with DASH the included flange nut to secure the unit in place (see figure 8).
- Page 15 Locate in the sack kit the blower support brace and (1) #8 x 3/8” pan head screw and one #10 x ¾” tek screw. Attach to the blower motor using one #8 x 3/8” pan head screws. Attach the other end of the brace to the bottom of the instrument LOWER DASH EDGE panel using a #10 screw.
- Page 16 THESE ARE THE PARTS YOU WILL FIND IN BAG KIT C You will use all of these parts and hardware during the next series of installation steps. Clear Plastic Drain Tube Electronic Water Control Valve PN#16-1081-2 Six Worm Gear Clamps Refrigerant Tape Firewall Block Off Seven #10 - 16 x 3/4"...
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Page 17: Important Notice
In Bag Kit C you’ll find the firewall block off. Install this over the hose connections coming thru the firewall within the engine compartment. Attach with six #10 - 16 x 3/4" Tek screws. Seal around the tubes with the included refrigerant tape. This will keep unwanted moisture and debris from entering thru the firewall... - Page 18 THESE ARE THE PARTS YOU WILL FIND IN BAG KIT D You will use all of these parts and hardware during the next series of installation steps. The ECU will be shipped in it’s own box, along with the calibration key. Five #10 - 16 x 3/4"...
- Page 19 We’ve included enough wire length to allow you to mount the ECU in a variety of places. It is very important that you mount this in a place where it will stay dry and that vibration is at a minimum. Also make sure that where ever you mount it does not interfere with any moving controls or cables.
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Page 20: Wiring Diagram/Overview
Wiring Diagram/Overview To 12V Power Supply Electronic Water Valve Compressor Blower Switch Pressure Switch Ground Ground Cable Integrators Servo for Face/Floor Ducts Thermostat Relay Servo for Defrost Ducts Evaporator Ground REMINDER: BE SURE THAT THE WIRING HARNESS DOES NOT INTERFERE WITH THE OPERATION OF ANY CONTROLS. www.classicautoair.com •... -
Page 21: Remove Key
PAGE Temporarily reconnect the car battery at this time. You will need a full 12 volts to complete the calibration. CALIBRATION WELCOME TO Follow these directions carefully and your unit will be calibrated in just a few minutes. Before we boxed and shipped your unit, we tested and calibrated it to factory specifications to make sure it is capable of operating at maximum efficiency. However, the unit must still be calibrated to your specific vehicle and controls. - Page 22 THESE ARE THE PARTS YOU WILL FIND IN BAG KITS E, F, and G You will use all of these parts and hardware during the next series of installation steps. Bag E Bag F Bag G Defrost Adapter 0103-1 Two Drivers/Passenger Two Center Vent Assemblies Face/Floor Assembly Side Vent Assemblies...
- Page 23 Bag Kit E. Remove the OEM defrost assembly. We’ve included a template for modifying the main defrost assembly. Cut out the template and tape to the assembly, then carefully cut the assembly as shown in figure 11. Locate in the hardware sack kit the ¼”...
- Page 24 Bag Kit F.The face/floor assembly comes preinstalled with s-clips which allow you to install it onto the evaporator unit quickly and securely (see figure 13). Using the included tek-screws, install the drivers and passenger side vents. Position the vents so that they won’t interfere with the operation of your vehicle, and that the driver and passenger will get the most benefit from their airflow.
- Page 25 Bag Kit G: Use the included tek screws to mount the center vents on the lower dash. Position the vents so that they won’t interfere with the operation of your The smoother the route of the flex hoses vehicle, and that the driver and passenger will get the most benefit from their the better the airflow.
- Page 26 Part Number 0103-2 You can install the new glove box we’ve included at this time and any other interior components that we’re removed. This completes the interior portion of the PERFECT FIT-ELITE installation process. This is a good time to make a final check that all the controls still move freely and that nothing is loose or hanging down.
- Page 27 1964 ONLY THESE ARE THE PARTS YOU WILL NEED FOR THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT INSTALLATION You’ll nd all of these parts within the main box Splice and Drier Bracket Bullet Connector Drier Condenser Brackets 1964 Only Condenser 1964 Part #11-1042 Eight #10 - 20x1/4" Screws Two 1”...
- Page 28 1965-1967 ONLY THESE ARE THE PARTS YOU WILL NEED FOR THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT INSTALLATION You’ll nd all of these parts within the main box Splice and Drier Bracket Bullet Connector Drier Condenser Brackets 1965-1967 One #8 Ny-loc Nut Condenser 1965-67 Part #11-1042 One #6 Hose Clamp One #8 32x1/2“...
- Page 29 1964 MODELS ONLY 1 7/8” DRIER AND CONDENSER PREPARATION. Remove the head light trim bezels, the two grill inserts and the front bumper. Retain the original hardware. On the left side just inside from the headlights, you’ll need to drill two new holes in the radiator suppport.
- Page 30 1964 MODELS ONLY (continued) DRIER AND CONDENSER PREPARATION. HOLE YOU DRILLED Locate the drier and drier mounting bracket from the condenser kit. Attach to the engine side of the bulkhead using two #10 tek screws (see figure 18). Pressure IMPORTANT NOTE: THE INLET SIDE OF THE DRIER MUST BE INLINE Switch WITH THE HOLE IN BULKHEAD.
- Page 31 1965-1967 MODELS DRIER AND CONDENSER PREPARATION. Remove the fan guard or the fan shroud if equipped. Retain shroud and original hardware. Remove and retain the upper radiator mounting bracket. G r i l l Locate the template on the last page of the instructions. Cut out the template and tape into place (see figure 18).
- Page 32 1965-1967 MODELS (continued) Locate the Receiver / Drier, Drier Mounting Bracket, Aluminum Liquid tube, two #6 o-rings, and two #10 x ¾” tek screws. Insert the liquid tube through the grommet and attach to the lower Hose Clamp condenser fitting. Install with a few drops of mineral oil to the o-ring fittings.
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Page 33: Connecting The Hoses
Time to install the compressor kit. Included in your box is a premium compressor kit with all the parts you’ll need to install the compressor. This kit includes instructions specifically written for your engine. Once you’ve installed the complete compressor kit, continue on to connecting the hoses. #8 Hose C O M P L E T... - Page 34 Connect the pressure switch by first connecting one wire to the connection on the compressor, and the other wire will be routed along with the liquid hose and connected to the blue lead you put thru the firewall during the interior installation (for attachment route.
- Page 35 New A/C System Preparation... A MUST READ! Centerline of the Oil Plug Please read thru these procedures before completing this new A/C system charging operation. A licensed A/C technician should be utilized for these procedures to insure that your new system will perform at it’s peak, and that your compressor will 90˚...
- Page 36 Trouble Shooting Your Classic Auto Air A/C System PROBLEM: system is not cooling properly With car still in idle and gages attached, pour water down the front of the condenser. What happens to the pressures? ISSUE: cold at idle, warmer when raising engine RPM’s If the paper is held in place you are at least getting some air flow.
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Page 37: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TEST CONDITIONS USED TO DETERMINE SYSTEM OPERATION have a more pronounced affect on the unit’s cooling ability. Installing the valve improperly (such as having the flow reversed) will also allow water to flow (THESE TEST CONDITIONS WILL SIMULATE THE AFFECT OF DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND through, thus inhibiting cooling. - Page 41 BEND LINE...
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