Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair

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. REMOVE THESE PARTS:
a. Engine Under Cover
b. Drive Belt. See Drive Belt / Service and Repair.




6. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE AND SUCTION HOSES FROM COMPRESSOR
Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the both hoses.

NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.




7. REMOVE COMPRESSOR
a. Disconnect the connector.
b. Remove the 3 bolts and 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
a. Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the hose).
b. Connect the both hoses with 2 bolts.
Torque: 10 N.m (100 kgf.cm, 7 ft.lbf)

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

3. INSTALL AND CHECK DRIVE BELT
See Drive Belt / Service and Repair.

4. CONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE TO BATTERY

5. EVACUATE AIR FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM CHARGE SYSTEM WITH REFRIGERANT
Specified amount: 650 ± 50 g (22.93 ± 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