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. Tighten58-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. Tighten22-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. Tighten58-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. |
Sunroof Drain Inspection and Cleaning Moonroof/Sunroof
Drain Hose RoutingNote:If the headliner is wet DO NOT remove any interior trim. Dothe Plugged Drain Hose test first.A drain trough encircles the sunroof window panel and wateris drained off by the drain hoses located at each corner of thehousing. A drain channel spans across the sunroof module at th ...