Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair

Removal and Installation for Compressor

Exploded View MTC-98:

COMPONENTS

REMOVAL
1. Discharge the A/C refrigerant. Refer to "HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".
2. Remove the front left wheel and tire assembly. Refer to "Rotation".
3. Remove the front left mud guard.
4. Remove the front left splash shield.
5. Remove the engine cover.
6. Remove the engine air cleaner and air ducts.
7. Remove the drive belt.
8. Disconnect the compressor harness connector.
9. Disconnect both the high-pressure flexible A/C hose and low-pressure flexible A/C hose from the compressor.

CAUTION: Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.

10. Remove the A/C compressor bolts using power tools.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
- Replace the O-ring of the low-pressure flexible A/C hose and high-pressure flexible A/C hose with a new one, apply compressor oil to the O-rings before installation.
- After recharging the A/C system with refrigerant, check for leaks. Refer to MTC-106, "Checking for Refrigerant Leaks". Checking for Refrigerant Leaks