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Compressor Replacement

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. Remove the intake air resonator replacement.
3. Install a ratchet into the air conditioning (A/C) belt tensioner adapter opening.
4. Rotate the A/C belt tensioner clockwise in order to relieve the tension on the belt.
5. Remove the A/C belt from the A/C compressor.
6. Slowly release the tension on the A/C belt tensioner.




7. Remove the discharge hose bolt from the A/C compressor.
8. Remove the discharge hose from the A/C compressor.
9. Remove the suction hose bolt from the A/C compressor.
10. Remove the suction hose from the A/C compressor.
11. Discard the sealing washers. Cap all of the openings.
12. Disconnect the electrical connections.
13. Remove the A/C compressor mounting bolts.
14. Remove the A/C compressor (2) from the bracket (1).
15. If replacing the A/C compressor, Refer to Compressor Oil Balancing.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the A/C compressor (2) to the A/C bracket (1).
2. Install the A/C compressor mounting bolts.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

3. Connect the electrical connector to the A/C compressor.
4. Install the A/C discharge hose to the compressor using new sealing washers.
5. Install the A/C discharge hose bolt to the A/C compressor.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

6. Install the A/C suction hose to the compressor using new sealing washers.
7. Install the A/C suction hose bolt to the A/C compressor.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

8. Install the intake air resonator replacement.
9. Install the A/C drive belt.
10. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system.
11. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.