Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

CAUTION: When replacing an A/C compressor which has failed internally, perform the following procedures to prevent contamination of the refrigerant system:
^ If A/C Flusher is available, perform the Flushing procedure.
^ If A/C Flusher is not available, perform the Refrigerant System Filtering After A/C Component Replacement procedure.
^ Replace the A/C evaporator core orifice.

NOTE: Replacement of the suction accumulator is not required when repairing the air conditioning system except when there is physical evidence of system contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the suction accumulator.

1. Disconnect the battery.
2. Perform the Refrigerant Discharging and Recovery Procedure to remove the refrigerant.
3. Remove the drive belt.







4. Disconnect the A/C compressor electrical connector.







5. Remove the manifold and tube assembly.
1 Remove the bolt.
2 Remove the manifold and tube assembly.







6. Remove the three bolts.







7. Remove the A/C compressor.
1 Remove the bolts.
2 Remove the A/C compressor.

INSTALLATION

















1. Follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
^ Lubricate the refrigerant system with the proper amount of PAG oil or equivalent. See: Refrigerant Oil Addition.
^ Lubricate the new A/C manifold O-rings with PAG oil or equivalent.