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Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Recover refrigerant from A/C system with R134a refrigerant recovery machine.
2. Disconnect negative battery cable.

Fig.1 A/C Compressor:




3. Remove refrigerant lines from compressor.

NOTE: Cap lines while system is open to prevent moisture from entering system.

4. Raise and support vehicle.
5. Remove drive belt.
6. Disconnect compressor clutch wire lead.
7. Remove three compressor mounting bolts and lower compressor from vehicle.

INSTALLATION
1. Lift compressor up on mounting bracket.
2. Install compressor mounting bolts and tighten to 28.2 Nm (20.8 ft. lbs.).
3. Connect clutch wiring harness.
4. Install drive belt.
5. Remove support and lower vehicle.
6. Install new O-rings and install A/C lines.
7. Connect negative battery cable.
8. Evacuate the refrigerant system.
9. Recharge the refrigerant system.
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