Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Discharge the refrigerant from the system.
3. Remove the splash shield (Front RH).
4. Remove the A/C drive belt.
5. Disconnect the magnetic clutch connector.

CAUTION: If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability will be lowered and abnormal noise will occur. Always immediately plug all open fittings after removing any refrigeration cycle parts to keep moisture or foreign material out of the cycle.




6. Remove in the order indicated in the table. Do not allow compressor oil to spill. Immediately plug all open fittings to keep moisture out of the system.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
8. Perform refrigerant system performance test.

A/C Compressor Installation Note
1. Remove the following amount of compressor oil from the new A/C compressor when replacing the A/C compressor.

Compressor oil to be removed

KJ
175 ml {175 cc, 5.92 fl oz} - [compressor oil from old A/C compressor +10 - 20 ml {10 - 20 cc, 0.4 - 0.6 fl oz}]

KL
150 ml {150 cc, 5.07 fl oz} - [compressor oil from old A/C compressor +10 - 20 ml {10 - 20 cc, 0.4 - 0.6 fl oz}]