Compressor Manifold and Tube Assembly

Compressor Manifold and Tube Assembly - 2.3L













Removal and Installation

1. Recover the refrigerant.

2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

3. Detach the 2 coolant reservoir hose retainers from the compressor manifold and tube assembly.

4. Remove the washer reservoir filler neck bolt.
- To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).

5. Remove the compressor manifold and tube suction fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the gasket seal.

- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).

6. Remove the condenser inlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the gasket seal.

- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).

7. Remove the lower engine splash shield.

8. Remove the compressor manifold bolt and detach the manifold from the A/C compressor.
- Discard the gasket seals.

- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).

9. Remove the 3 Secondary Air Injection (AIR) pump bolts and position the secondary air injection pump aside (if equipped).
- To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).

10. Remove the compressor manifold and tube assembly.

11. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new gasket seals.

- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil.

12. Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system.