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Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair



Compressor Replacement - V8 - Up to 99MY

Service repair no - 82.10.20

Removal
1. Disconnect battery negative lead.
2. Discharge air conditioning system. Service and Repair
3. Remove drive belt tension. Release belt from compressor.





4. Disconnect compressor multiplug.
5. Remove 2 bolts securing pipes to compressor.
6. Release pipes from compressor. Discard 'O' rings. Plug pipes and connections.
7. Remove 3 bolts securing compressor to mounting bracket. Remove compressor.





Refit
8. Position compressor on mounting bracket. Secure with bolts.
9. Remove plugs from pipes and connections.
10. Lubricate new 'O' rings with compressor oil. Fit to connections.
11. Align pipes to compressor. Tighten bolts to 23 Nm (17 lbf.ft).
12. Connect compressor multiplug.
13. Engage drive belt over compressor pulley.
14. Evacuate and recharge air conditioning system. Service and Repair
15. Reconnect battery negative lead.