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High Pressure Safety Valve HVAC: Service and Repair



Compressor Pressure Relief Valve Replacement (2.0L (LSJ))

Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

Removal Procedure

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.




3. Remove the pressure relief valve from the compressor.

Installation Procedure

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.




1. Install the pressure relief valve and seal to the compressor.

Tighten the compressor pressure relief valve to 7 N.m (62 lb in).

2. Lower the vehicle.
3. Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
4. Leak test the fittings using the J 39400-A.