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Repair Procedures: Removal: Notes

  1. If the compressor is marginally operable, run the engine at idle speed, and let the air conditioning work for a few minutes, then shut the engine off.
  2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  3. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station.
  4. Remove the engine room under cover (A) by loosening the mounting clips and bolts.
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  5. Loosen the drive belt.

    (Refer to "DRIVE BELT .")

  6. Remove the bolts, then disconnect the suction line (A) and discharge line (B) from the compressor.
    NOTE: Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.

    Tightening torque: 

    7.8 ~ 11.8 N.m (0.8 ~ 1.2 kgf.m, 5.7 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

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  7. Disconnect the compressor switch connector (A).
    Fig 1: Compressor Switch Connector
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  8. Remove the compressor (A) by loosening the mounting bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

    20.0 ~ 32.95 N.m (2.04 ~ 3.36 kgf.m, 14.75 ~ 24.30 lb-ft)

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