Compressor Replacement (W/ Denso)
TOOLS REQUIREDJ 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Install a ratchet into the air conditioning (A/C) belt tensioner adapter opening.
3. Rotate the A/C belt tensioner clockwise in order to relieve the tension on the belt.
4. Remove the A/C belt from the A/C compressor.
5. Slowly release the tension cm the A/C belt tensioner.
6. Remove the right front tire and wheel assembly.
7. Remove the wheel house panel from the vehicle.
8. Remove the discharge hose bolt from the A/C compressor.
9. Remove the discharge hose from the A/C compressor.
10. Remove the suction hose belt from the A/C compressor.
11. Remove the suction hose from the A/C compressor.
12. Discard the sealing washer. Cap all of the openings.
13. Disconnect the electrical connections.
14. Remove the A/C compressor mounting bolts. The lower right bolt (3) will stay with the compressor due to a lack of clearance.
15. Remove the A/C compressor (2) from the bracket (1).
16. If replacing the A/C compressor drain and measure as much of the oil as possible from the removed compressor.
16.1. Drain the oil from the suction and discharge ports of the removed A/C compressor into a clean container.
16.2. Measure and record the amount of oil drained from the removed A/C compressor.
This measurement will be used during installation of the replacement A/C compressor.
16.3. Properly discard the used PAG oil.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Add the proper amount of PAG oil to the compressor crankcase. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities.
2. Install the A/C compressor (2) to the bracket (1) through the fender well. Insert the mounting bolt (3) into the lower right mounting boss before installing the A/C compressor.
3. Install the A/C compressor to the bracket. Insert the mounting bolt into the lower right mount before installing the A/C compressor.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the A/C compressor mounting bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
5. Connect the electrical connector to the A/C compressor.
6. Install the A/C discharge hose to the compressor using new sealing washers.
7. Install the A/C discharge hose bolt to the A/C compressor.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
8. Install the A/C suction hose to the compressor using new sealing washers.
9. Install the A/C suction hose bolt to the A/C compressor.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
10. Install the wheel house panel to the vehicle.
11. Install the right front tire and wheel assembly.
12. Install the A/C drive belt.
13. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
14. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.