Compressor Replacement

Operate compressor for 10-15 minutes, if possible, with engine at idle speed, A/C control set for maximum cooling, blower on high speed, and windows open, in order to return refrigerant oil to compressor. When installing new compressor, drain all oil from new and old compressors and add same amount of oil to new compressor as was removed from old compressor.



1. Disconnect battery ground cable and discharge A/C system.
2. Loosen A/C idler pulley and remove drive belt from compressor pulley.
3. Disconnect refrigerant lines at compressor and plug lines and open fittings.
4. Disconnect wiring harness connector to compressor and remove upper compressor mounting bolt.
5. Raise and support front of vehicle and remove splash pan.
6. Support compressor and remove lower mounting bolts.
7. Lower rear of compressor and remove compressor from under vehicle.
8. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Drain oil from new and old compressors and install same amount of new refrigerant oil and was drained from old compressor.
b. Rotate compressor shaft several revolutions by hand before installing drive belt.
c. Evacuate and recharge system, then check for leaks.