A/C Compressor Adaptor Removal And Installation/Replacement

Mobile Repair Possible: No

Special Tools Required:

A/C Vacuum and Recharge System - No part number

WARNING: Refrigerant System hazard
Failure to follow specified procedures may result in serious injury due to freezing temperatures associated with leaking refrigerant.

Only properly trained and authorized persons may carry out work on air conditioning systems.
Always use personal protective equipment (PPE).

Removal Procedure:

Recover refrigerant. Refer to REFRIGERANT RECOVERY AND RECHARGING (R-134A)
Disconnect the 12V battery negative terminal. Refer to 12V BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION
Remove front right wheelhouse liner. Refer to FRONT WHEELHOUSE LINER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT

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Remove bolt (1).
Torque: 8 Nm
Pull the line (2) off of the compressor (3) and put aside.

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Installation note: Replace O-ring and lubricate with refrigerant oil.

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Close opening with the sealing plug (1) to prevent dust and moisture from entering.

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Remove bolt (1).
Torque: 8 Nm
Remove the A/C compressor adapter (2) upwards.

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Installation note: Replace O-ring.

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Close opening with the sealing plug (1) to prevent dust and moisture from entering.

Installation Procedure:

Installation is the reverse of removal procedure, noting the following.
All fasteners must be tightened to torque specification!
Install front right wheelhouse liner. Refer to FRONT WHEELHOUSE LINER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT
Reconnect the 12V battery negative terminal. Refer to 12V BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION
Recharge refrigerant. Refer to REFRIGERANT RECOVERY AND RECHARGING (R-134A)