Chevrolet Equinox Service Manual: Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LFX) Compressor

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Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LFX) Compressor

Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement

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Preliminary Procedures Note:It is important to install the A/C compressor bolts in the proper order and torquedin proper sequence to ensure proper operation of the A/C compressor. Recover the refrigerant. Refer toRefrigerant Recovery and Recharging.Raise and support the vehicle. Refer toLifting and Jacking the Vehicle.Remove engine splash shield right side. Refer toEngine Splash Shield Replacement - Right Side.Remove the drive belt. Refer toDrive Belt Replacement.Remove the catalytic converter. Refer toCatalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side.Disconnect the A/C compressor electrical connector.Remove the air conditioning compressor hose from the A/C compressor. Refer toAir Conditioning Compressor Hose Replacement.
1	A/C Compressor Upper Bolt Caution:Refer toFastener Caution. Procedure Install and hand tighten the compressor bolt. Note:Tighten the A/C compressor mounting fasteners in sequence. Tighten 58-Y (43-lb-ft)
2	A/C Compressor Rear Bolt Procedure Install and hand tighten the compressor bolt. Note:Tighten the A/C compressor mounting fasteners in sequence. Tighten 22-Y (16-lb-ft)
3	A/C Compressor Lower Bolt Procedure Install and hand tighten the compressor bolt. Note:Tighten the A/C compressor mounting fasteners in sequence. Tighten 58-Y (43-lb-ft)
4	A/C Compressor ProcedureRemove and discard sealing washers and replace with NEW. Refer toAir Conditioning System Seal Replacement.When replacing the air conditioning compressor, balance the compressor oil. RefertoAir Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing.

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Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LEA) Compressor

Air Conditioning Compressor ReplacementCalloutComponent NamePreliminary ProceduresRecover the refrigerant. Refer toRefrigerant Recovery and Recharging.Raise and support the vehicle. Refer toLifting an ...

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