Removal

REMOVAL

WARNING: Refer to the applicable warnings and cautions for this system before performing the following operation Warning and Caution. Failure to follow the warnings and cautions could result in possible personal injury or death.

CAUTION: The A/C receiver/drier must be replaced if an internal failure of the A/C compressor has occurred. Failure to replace the A/C receiver/drier can cause serious damage to the replacement A/C compressor.





NOTE: Illustration shown with A/C condenser removed from vehicle for clarity.

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system Refrigerant System Recovery.
3. Remove the grille Grille - Removal.
4. Remove the bolt (3) that secures the A/C receiver/drier (1) to the right side A/C condenser (2).
5. Disconnect the A/C receiver/drier from the A/C condenser and remove and discard the O-ring seals.
6. Install plugs in, or tape over the opened receiver/drier fittings and the condenser ports.