Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the air cleaner and duct assembly.
3. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
4. Remove the accessory drive belt.
5. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
6. Remove the right side engine splash shield.
7. Remove the lower air deflector.
8. Disconnect the electrical connector from the compressor.
9. Remove the compressor hose assembly at the compressor.
10. Remove the lower mounting bolt.
11. Remove the two upper mounting bolts.
12. Remove the compressor from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: Replacement compressors are shipped without oil (dry). Add 60 ml (2 oz) of synthetic refrigerant oil (PAG).




1. Install the compressor to the vehicle.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the two upper mounting bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the compressor upper mounting bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

3. Install the lower mounting bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the compressor lower mounting bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

IMPORTANT: Lubricate the new seals with mineral base 525 viscosity refrigerant oil.

4. Install the compressor hose assembly to the compressor.
5. Connect the electrical connector to the compressor.
6. Install the lower air deflector.
7. Install the right side engine splash shield.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Install the accessory drive belt.
10. Evacuate and charge the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
11. Inspect the system for leaks. Refer to Leak Testing.
12. Install the air cleaner and duct assembly.
13. Connect the negative battery cable.