Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

WARNING: REFER TO REFRIGERANT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR INFORMATION REGARDING PROPER RECOVERY OF THE REFRIGERANT BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE THE COMPRESSOR.

1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Pinch off coolant lines to rear Heat unit (if equipped). Drain engine coolant.
3. Remove upper radiator hose.
4. Remove drive belt. Disconnect compressor clutch wire lead.

Suction Line:

Discharge Line:

5. Remove refrigerant lines from compressor.

Compressor Mounts:

6. Remove compressor nuts and bolts.

Compressor Removal:

7. Remove compressor.

INSTALLATION
1. For installation, replace all O-rings and gaskets, reverse the above procedures.
2. Torque the following components to specifications:
- Suction and Discharge lines at compressor: 200 in lbs. ± 30.