Compressor Replacement

Removal

1. Negative battery cable.
2. Discharge system.
3. Hoist vehicle.
4. Compressor hose assembly.
5. Compressor assembly.

Installation

1. Compressor assembly.
2. New O-rings at compressor manifold (lubricate with 525 viscosity refrigerant oil).
3. Compressor hose assembly.

Tighten
Torque the following assemblies as follows:
^ Compressor hose assembly at compressor to 4 Nm (3 lb ft).
^ Compressor retaining bolts to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).

Adjust
Belt tension to 350 newtons (80 lbs).

4. Lower vehicle.
5. Negative battery cable.
6. Evacuate and charge system.

Fig. 13 Compressor mounting. Fiero w/V6 engine: