Compressor Replacement

COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
2. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.




3. Disconnect the clutch coil electrical connector (1) from the compressor.




4. Disconnect the A/C high pressure switch electrical connector (2) from the compressor.
5. Remove the drive belt.




6. Remove the compressor hose assembly.
7. Remove the mounting bolts (2) from the compressor.
8. Remove the compressor from the vehicle.
9. If replacing the compressor, balance the refrigerant oil. Refer to Compressor Oil Balancing.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the compressor (1) to the vehicle.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the compressor retaining bolts to the mounting bracket.

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

3. Install the new sealing washers.
4. Install the compressor hose assembly.
5. Install the drive belt.




6. Connect the clutch coil electrical connector (1) to the compressor.




7. Connect the A/C high pressure switch electrical connector (2) to the compressor.
8. Install the air cleaner assembly.
9. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
10. Leak test the fittings of the components using the J 39400-A.