Compressor Replacement
REMOVAL PROCEDUREIMPORTANT: When replacing a failed compressor it will be necessary to inspect the expansion orifice tube for material build up. Clean or replace as necessary. Refer to Expansion (Orifice) Tube Replacement.
1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
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2. Remove the drive belt.
3. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
4. Remove the right front wheelhouse splash shield.
5. Disconnect the clutch electrical connector from the compressor.
6. Remove the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve from the compressor mounting stud.
7. Remove the compressor hose assembly from the compressor.
8. Remove and discard the sealing washers.
9. Remove the two bolts that hold the compressor to the oil pan.
10. Remove the two compressor to idler pulley bolts.
11. Remove the compressor.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: When servicing or replacing the compressor, drain and measure the oil from the compressor.
1. Drain and measure the oil in the compressor.
2. Refill the compressor with the proper amount of oil. Refer to Refrigerant Oil Distribution.
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3. Install the compressor and loosely install the two compressor to idler pulley bracket bolts.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Loosely install the two oil pan to compressor bolts.
Tighten
4.1. Tighten the compressor to idler pulley bracket bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
4.2. Tighten the compressor to oil pan bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
5. Install NEW sealing washers on the compressor ports.
6. Install the compressor hose assembly.
Tighten
Tighten the hose bolt to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).
7. Connect the compressor clutch electrical connector.
8. Install the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve to the compressor mounting stud.
9. Install the right front wheelhouse splash shield.
10. Lower the vehicle.
11. Install the drive belt.
12. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
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