Removal and Installation

REMOVAL

1. RUN ENGINE AT IDLE SPEED WITH A/C SWITCH ON FOR 10 MINUTES
2. STOP ENGINE
3. DISCONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE FROM BATTERY
4. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
5. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE AND SUCTION HOSES
Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the both hoses.

NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep the moisture or dirt out of the system.

6. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER
7. REMOVE DRIVE BELT

8. REMOVE COMPRESSOR
a. Disconnect the connector.
b. Remove the 4 bolts and pull the compressor upward.

INSTALLATION

1. INSTALL COMPRESSOR
a. Install the compressor with the 4 bolts.
Torque: 25 N.m (250 kgf.cm, 18 ft.lbf)
b. Connect the connector.

2. CONNECT DISCHARGE AND SUCTION HOSES
Torque: 10 N.m (100 kgf.cm, 7 ft.lbf)

NOTE: Hoses should be connected immediately after the caps have been removed.

HINT: Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install the hoses.

3. INSTALL AND INSPECT DRIVE BELT

4. INSTALL ENGINE UNDER COVER
5. CONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE TO BATTERY
6. EVACUATE AIR FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

7. CHARGE SYSTEM WITH REFRIGERANT AND INSPECT FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGERANT
Specified amount:
850 ± 50 g (29.98 ± 1.76 oz.)
Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant.
If there is leakage, check the tightening torque at the joints.

8. INSPECT A/C OPERATION