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Removal & Installation: Compressor: Installation

  1. Drain oil from new A/C compressor. Add new refrigerant oil to new compressor as follows. If amount drained from old compressor is 3-5 ounces, add same amount to new compressor. If amount drained is less than 3 ounces, add 3 ounces to new compressor. If amount drained is more than 5 ounces, add 5 ounces to new compressor.
  2. Lubricate new "O" rings with clean refrigerant oil and install onto A/C compressor. Install compressor, and tighten bolts to 15 ft. lbs. (20 N.m). Connect compressor clutch connector. Install manifold, and tighten bolt to 19 ft. lbs. (26 N.m). Install drive belt, and check belt tension. Evacuate, charge, and leak test A/C system.
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