A/C Compressor, Removing From Bracket (Pipes Remain Connected)

A/C Compressor, Removing From Bracket (refrigerant Pipes Remain Connected)







Special tools, workshop equipment and auxiliary items required

- VAG 1331 Torque wrench (or 5 - 50 Nm equivalent)

NOTE:
- The compressor bracket and related components can be removed and installed without having to open the refrigerant circuit.
- Do not discharge refrigerant circuit and do not disconnect the refrigerant hoses from compressor.
- Mark running direction of ribbed belt before removing. Ribbed belt could break if allowed to run in reverse direction.

1 Ribbed belt tensioner
- Refer Fig.1 given below
2 Generator (GEN.)
3 A/C Compressor bracket
4 Hex socket bolt
- Tightening torque: 23 Nm
5 Hex socket bolt
- Tightening torque: 23 Nm
6 Power steering pump
7 A/C Compressor
- with A/C Clutch -N25-
- Mfr.: Sanden or Zexel
- Removing
- Remove ribbed belt
- Remove noise insulation and divider between engine compartment and righthand wheel housing
- Remove power steering pump ( 6 ) from bracket
- Remove support brace between left and right long-member
- Remove bolts ( 8 )

NOTE: Push in mounting bushings prior to reinstalling compressor (same as compressor on 4-cylinder engines).

8 Hex head bolt
- Tightening torque: 45 Nm
- Top bolt must be removed along with compressor (touches long member).

Fig. 1 Ribbed belt, routing







NOTE: When installing belt ensure it is correctly seated in pulley and that running direction noted prior to removal is maintained.

1 Tensioner roller
2 Generator
3 A/C Compressor
4 Power steering pump
5 Vibration dampener (crankshaft)
6 Coolant pump.