Compressor Replacement
COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENTTOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Install a ratchet into the belt tensioner adapter opening.
3. Rotate the belt tensioner counterclockwise in order to relieve the tension on the belt.
4. Remove the belt from the A/C compressor.
5. Slowly release the tension on the belt tensioner.
6. Remove the discharge hose bolt (2) from the A/C compressor (3).
7. Remove the discharge hose (1) from the A/C compressor (3).
8. Remove the suction hose bolt (2) from the A/C compressor (3).
9. Remove the suction hose (1) from the A/C compressor (3).
10. Discard the sealing washers. Cap all of the openings.
11. Disconnect the electrical connections.
12. Remove the A/C compressor mounting bolts.
13. If replacing the A/C compressor. Refer to Compressor Oil Balancing.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Remove the caps or tape from the hose and line ends.
2. Install the A/C compressor.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the A/C compressor mounting bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
4. Connect the electrical connection.
5. Install the A/C discharge hose (1) to the compressor (3) using new sealing washers.
6. Install the A/C discharge hose bolt (2) to the A/C compressor (3).
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
7. Install the A/C suction hose (1) to the compressor (3) using new sealing washers.
8. Install the A/C suction hose bolt (2) to the A/C compressor (3).
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
9. Install the drive belt.
10. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
11. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.