Removal And Installation

REFRIGERANT LINES

Removal and Installation of Compressor







REMOVAL

1.Use the recovery/recycling equipment to evacuate the refrigerant. Manual Air Conditioner.





2.Remove the nut (A) for the low-pressure flexible hose (1) and the bolt (B) for the high-pressure flexible hose (2) and remove the hoses from the compressor.

CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of compressor, low-pressure flexible hose and high-pressure flexible hose with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
3.Remove the engine undercover, using power tools.
4.Remove the A/C compressor belt. Removal And Installation.
5.Disconnect the compressor connector.





6.Remove the bolts (A) from the compressor (1), using power tools.
7.Remove the compressor (1), moving downward from the engine compartment.

INSPECTION FOR CLUTCH DISC TO PULLEY CLEARANCE






1.Check the clearance (B) around the entire periphery of the clutch disc (1) and pulley (2) using a suitable tool (A) as shown.

Clutch disc to pulley clearance (B): 0.3 - 0.6 mm (0.012 - 0.024 in)

2.If specified clearance (B) is not obtained, replace compressor.

INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
- Do not reuse O-rings.
- Apply A/C oil to the O-rings of the low-pressure flexible hose and high-pressure flexible hose for installation.
- When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks. Checking Of Refrigerant Leaks.