Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement

Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LU3)

Special Tools

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

Removal Procedure





1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Non-HP2) Service and RepairRefrigerant Recovery and Recharging (HP2) Service and Repair.

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 and suction hose bolt from the A/C compressor.

7. Remove the discharge and suction hose from the A/C compressor.

8. Discard the sealing washers. Cap all of the openings.

9. Disconnect the electrical connections.





10. Remove the A/C compressor mounting bolts.

11. If replacing the A/C compressor. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing (Non-HP2) ProceduresAir Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing (HP2) Procedures.

Installation Procedure





1. Remove the caps or tape from the hose and line ends.

2. Install the A/C compressor.

Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

3. Install the A/C compressor mounting bolts.

Tighten the bolts to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).

4. Connect the electrical connection.





5. Install the A/C discharge and suction hose to the compressor using new sealing washers.

6. Install the A/C discharge and suction hose bolt to the A/C compressor.

Tighten the bolt to 16 Nm (12 lb ft).

7. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement Service and Repair.

8. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Non-HP2) Service and Repair

9. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.