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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001MONTE CARLO V6-3.8L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR HVACSERVICE AND REPAIRCOMPRESSOR LEAK TESTING (V5 DIRECT MOUNT)
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN K
Compressor Leak Testing (V5 Direct Mount)
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Compressor Leak Testing (V5 Direct Mount)
TOOLS REQUIRED
^ J 39400 Halogen Leak Detector
^ J 43600 ACR 2000 Air Conditioning Service Center
^ J 39893 Pressure Testing Connector
1. With the sealing washers in place, install the J 39893 on the rear head of the compressor.
2. Connect the gage charging lines and the J 43600.
3. Pressurize the suction and the high-side of the compressor with R-134a refrigerant.
4. With the compressor in a horizontal position, rotate by hand the compressor shaft in the operating direction.
5. Rotate the shaft several times.
6. Using the J 39400, check for leaks at the following locations:
^ Pressure relief valve
^ Rear head switch
^ Front head seals
^ Rear head seals
^ Through bolt head gaskets
^ Compressor shaft seal
7. Perform the measures necessary to correct any external leaks found.
8. Recheck for leaks following any repair.
9. Recover the refrigerant.
10. Disconnect the hoses from the J 39893.
11. Remove the J 39893.
^ J 39400 Halogen Leak Detector
^ J 43600 ACR 2000 Air Conditioning Service Center
^ J 39893 Pressure Testing Connector
1. With the sealing washers in place, install the J 39893 on the rear head of the compressor.
2. Connect the gage charging lines and the J 43600.
3. Pressurize the suction and the high-side of the compressor with R-134a refrigerant.
4. With the compressor in a horizontal position, rotate by hand the compressor shaft in the operating direction.
5. Rotate the shaft several times.
6. Using the J 39400, check for leaks at the following locations:
^ Pressure relief valve
^ Rear head switch
^ Front head seals
^ Rear head seals
^ Through bolt head gaskets
^ Compressor shaft seal
7. Perform the measures necessary to correct any external leaks found.
8. Recheck for leaks following any repair.
9. Recover the refrigerant.
10. Disconnect the hoses from the J 39893.
11. Remove the J 39893.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.