Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair

COMPONENTS

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. 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.

6. REMOVE DRIVE BELT
7. REMOVE COMPRESSOR
a. Disconnect the connector.
b. Remove the 2 bolts and nut.
c. Using a torx socket (E10), remove the stud bolt and remove the drive belt.

INSTALLATION
1. INSTALL COMPRESSOR
a. Install the compressor with the stud bolt.
Torque: 47 N.m (479 kgf.cm, 34 ft.lbf)

b. Install the nut and 2 bolts.
Torque:
Nut: 27 N.m (280 kgf.cm, 20 ft.lbf)
Bolt: 37 N.m (375 kgf.cm, 27 ft.lbf)

c. Connect the connector.

2. INSTALL DRIVE BELT TENSION
3. CONNECT DISCHARGE AND SUCTION HOSES
Connect the both hoses with the 2 bolts.
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 O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the hoses.

4. CONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE TO BATTERY
5. EVACUATE AIR FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM CHARGE SYSTEM WITH REFRIGERANT
Specified amount: 700 ± 50 g (24.69 ± 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