Removal and Installation

COMPRESSOR REMOVAL

Compressor:

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 ENGINE UNDER COVER


6. REMOVE DRIVE BELT
Drive Belt Tension/Replacement

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


COMPRESSOR INSTALLATION


1. INSTALL COMPRESSOR
a. install the compressor with 3 bolts.

Torque: 25 N.m (250 kgf.cm, 18 ft.lbf)

b. Connect the connector.

2. CONNECT DISCHARGE AND SUCTION HOSES

Torque: 10 N.m (100 kgf.cm. 7 ft.lbf)

NOTE: Hose should be connected immediately after the caps have been removed.

HINT: Lubricate 2 new 0-rings with compressor oil and install the tubes.

3. INSTALL AND CHECK DRIVE BELT
Drive Belt


4. INSTALL ENGINE UNDER COVER


5. CONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE TO BATTERY


6. EVACUATE AIR FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM AND CHARGE SYSTEM WITH REFRIGERANT

Specified amount:
600 ± 50 g (21.16 ± 1.76 oz.)

7. 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.

8. INSPECT A/C OPERATION