Removal and Installation

Compressor And Magnetic Clutch:

REMOVAL

1. RUN ENGINE AT IDLE SPEED WITH A/C ON FOR APPROX. 10 MINUTES
2. STOP ENGINE
3. DISCONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE FROM BATTERY
4. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
5. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER
6. REMOVE DRIVE BELT




7. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE AND SUCTION HOSES
Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the both suction hoses.

NOTE: Cap the open fitting immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.

8. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT LH




9. REMOVE COMPRESSOR
a. Disconnect the connector.
b. Remove the 3 bolts and compressor.

INSTALLATION




1. INSTALL COMPRESSOR

a. Install the compressor with 3 bolts.

Torque: 49 N.m (500 kg.cm, 36 ft.lb)

b. Connect the connector.

2. INSTALL FRONT DRIVE SHAFT LH




3. CONNECT DISCHARGE AND SUCTION HOSES
Connect the both suction hoses with 2 bolts.

Torque: 10 N.m (100 kg.cm, 7 ft.lb)

NOTE: Hose should be connected immediately after the caps have been removed.

HINT: Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the suction hoses.

4. INSTALL AND CHECK DRIVE BELT
5. CONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE TO BATTERY
6. EVACUATE AIR FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM AND CHARGE SYSTEM WITH REFRIGERANT

Specified amount: 1,050 ± 50 g (37.04 ± 1.76 oz.)

7. INSPECT FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGERANT
Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant.
If there is leakage, check tightening torque at the joints.

8. INSPECT A/C OPERATION