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Removal and Installation

Compressor And Magnetic Clutch (Part 1):




Compressor And Magnetic Clutch (Part 2):






REMOVAL

1. RUN ENGINE AT IDLE SPEED WITH A/C ON FOR APPROX. 10 MINUTES
2. STOP ENGINE
3. DISCONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE FROM BATTERY
4. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
5. REMOVE RH FRONT ENGINE UNDER COVER
6. REMOVE DRIVE BELT




7. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE AND SUCTION HOSES
Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect both hoses.

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




8. REMOVE COMPRESSOR
a. Disconnect the connector.
b. Remove the 3 bolts, nut, stud bolt and compressor.

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the discharge and suction hose.

INSTALLATION




1. INSTALL COMPRESSOR
a. Install the compressor with the 3 bolts, nut and stud bolt.

Torque: 24.5 N.m (250 kg.cm, 18 ft.lb)

b. Connect the connector.




2. CONNECT DISCHARGE AND SUCTION HOSES
a. Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the hoses.
b. Connect the both hoses with the 2 bolts.

Torque: 9.8 N.m (100 kg.cm, 87 in.lb)

If compressor was replaced, add compressor oil to the compressor.

Add: 100 cc (3.5 fl.oz.)
Compressor oil: ND-OIL 8 or equivalent

NOTE:
- Hose should be connected immediately after the caps have been removed.
- Be careful not to damage the discharge and suction hose.

3. INSTALL AND CHECK DRIVE BELT
4. CONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE TO BATTERY
5. EVACUATE AIR FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM CHARGE SYSTEM WITH REFRIGERANT

Specified amount: 500 ± 50 g (17.64 ± 1.76 oz.)

6. INSPECT FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGERANT
Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant.
If there is leakage, check the tightening torque at the joints.

7. INSPECT A/C OPERATION