Removal and Replacement

REFRIGERANT LINES


Removal and Installation of Compressor - MR18DE

MR18DE






REMOVAL
1. Use the recovery/recycling equipment to evacuate the refrigerant. Refer to Procedures,





2. Remove the nut (A) for the low-pressure flexible hose (1) and the bolt (B) for the high-pressure flexible hose (2) and remove the hoses from the compressor.

CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of compressor, low-pressure flexible hose and high-pressure flexible hose with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
3. Remove the engine undercover, using power tools.
4. Remove A/C compressor belt. Refer to Removal and Installation.
5. Disconnect compressor connector.





6. Remove bolts (A) from compressor (1), using power tools.
7. Remove compressor (1) downward from the engine compartment.

INSPECTION FOR CLUTCH DISC TO PULLEY CLEARANCE
1. Check the clearance (B) around the entire periphery of the clutch disc (1) and pulley (2) using a suitable tool (A) as shown.






Clutch disc to pulley clearance (B) : 0.3 - 0.6 mm (0.012 - 0.024 in)


2. If specified clearance (B) is not obtained, replace compressor.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
- Replace O-rings of low-pressure flexible hose and high-pressure flexible hose with a new ones, and apply compressor oil when installing.
- When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks. Refer to Checking Of Refrigerant Leaks.