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Additional Information and Removal Instructions


Additional information and removal instructions for vehicles with air conditioning

WARNING! The air conditioner refrigerant circuit must not be opened.

Notes:
^ The refrigerant circuit can only be opened in workshops having specially trained personnel, and the necessary tools and workshop equipment.
^ To avoid damage to condenser as well as to refrigerant lines and hoses, make sure that the lines and hoses are not stretched, kinked or bent.

To facilitate removing and installing the engine without opening the refrigerant circuit:
- Remove retaining clamp(s) from refrigerant lines.
- Remove ribbed belt.
- Removing air conditioner compressor.





- Secure air conditioner compressor to towing eye so that the refrigerant hoses/lines are not under tension.

Note: To prevent damage to bumper protect with adhesive tape.