Removal and Installation
COMPRESSOR REMOVAL
Compressor:
1. RUN ENGINE AT IDLE SPEED WITH A/C ON FOR APPROX. 10 MINUTES WITH A/C ON
2. STOP ENGINE
3. DISCONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE FROM BATTERY
4. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
5. DISCONNECT SUCTION TUBE AND DISCHARGE TUBE
NOTE: Cap the open fitting immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
6. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER RIGHT SIDE
7. REMOVE DRIVE BELT
Drive Belt Tension/Replacement
8. REMOVE COMPRESSOR
a. Disconnect the connector.
b. Remove the nut and 2 bolts.
c. Remove the stud bolt and remove the compressor.
COMPRESSOR INSTALLATION
Compressor:
1. INSTALL COMPRESSOR
a. Install the compressor with the stud bolt.
Torque: 47 N.m (479 kg.cm, 34 ft.lb)
b. Install the nut and 2 bolts.
Torque:
Nut: 27 N.m (280 kg.cm, 20 ft.lb)
Bolts: 37 N.m (375 kg.cm. 27 ft.lb)
c. Connect the connector.
2. INSTALL DRIVE BELT AND CHECK DRIVE BELT
3. INSTALL ENGINE UNDER COVER
4. CONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE AND SUCTION HOSE
Torque: 10 N.m (100 kg.cm. 7 ft.lb)
HINT: Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install the tubes.
5. EVACUATE AIR IN REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
6. CHARGE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM WITH REFRIGERANT AND CHECK FOR GAS LEAKAGE
Specified amount:
700 ± 50 g (24.69 ± 1.76 oz.)
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