Compressor HVAC: Description and Operation
DESCRIPTIONThe compressor used on this vehicle is a Nippondenso 10PA17 R-134a. This compressor uses an aluminum swash plate, teflon coated pistons and aluminum sleeved cylinder walls.
CAUTION: A 1OPA17 R-12 compressor looks identical to a 1OPA17 R-134a and will bolt up to the vehicle. The 1OPA17 R-12 compressor must not be used on this system. It is extremely important that a 1OPA17 R-134a compressor is identified prior to using compressor in question. Check tag located on compressor for model number.