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Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair

Compressor

REMOVAL
1. Perform oil return operation.
2. Turn A/C switch OFF and stop the engine.
3. Using refrigerant recovery system, discharge refrigerant.
4. Disconnect ground cable from battery.




5. Remove duct (A).




6. Disconnect low-pressure hose (A) and high pressure hose (B).

CAUTION: Be careful not to lose O-rings on hose. Immediately seal hose with a plug or vinyl tape to prevent the entry of contamination.

7. Remove V-belt.
8. Remove generator.
9. Disconnect compressor harness from body harness.




10. Remove bolts from compressor bracket.




11. Loosen bolts to remove compressor from bracket.

INSTALLATION
1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
2. Replace O-rings on low-/high-pressure hoses with new ones, then apply compressor oil.
3. When replacing compressor, adjust amount of compressor oil.
4. Charge refrigerant.

Tightening torque: Refer to COMPONENT of General Description
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