Compressor Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: 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 electrical connection at the compressor.




6. Remove the compressor/condenser hose from the compressor.
7. Remove and discard the seal washers.




8. Remove the three compressor attaching bolts.
9. Remove the compressor and the spacer.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: When servicing or replacing the compressor, drain and measure the oil from the compressor.




1. Drain the compressor oil from the new compressor.
2. Refill the compressor with the same amount of oil that was drained from the old compressor.
If less than 60 ml (1 oz) was drained from the old compressor, add 60 ml (2 oz).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the bolts and the spacer to the compressor.
4. Install the bolts, the spacer, and the compressor to the engine.

Tighten
4.1. Tighten the front top bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
4.2. Tighten the front rear bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
4.3. Tighten the bottom bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).




5. Install NEW seal washers to the compressor ports.
6. Install the compressor/condenser hose and the bolt to the compressor.

Tighten
Tighten the hose bolt to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).




7. Connect the electrical connection to the compressor.
8. Install the right front wheel house splash shield.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Install the drive belt.
11. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
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