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Compressor Replacement

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove the accessory drive belt.
3. Remove the engine splash shield.
4. Turn the wheels to the right.
5. Remove the right fascia extension.
6. Disconnect the left engine oil cooler line at the oil filter adapter.
7. Remove the bolt that secures the compressor hose assembly (1).




8. Disconnect the compressor electrical connector.
9. Remove the compressor mounting bolts.
10. Rotate the compressor, so that the compressor may exit through the wheelhouse extension opening.
11. Remove the compressor.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the compressor through the wheelhouse extension.
2. Install the remaining mounting fasteners.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and notices.

3. Install the compressor mounting bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).




4. Connect the compressor electrical connector.
5. Connect the compressor hose assembly to the compressor.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 30 N.m (20 lb ft).

6. Connect the left engine oil cooler line at the oil filter adapter.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
9. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400.
10. Install the fascia extension.
11. Install the engine splash shield.