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. |
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.._-rDanger:To avoid any vehicle damage, serious personal injury or deathwhen major components are removed from the vehicle and the vehicleis supported by a hoist, support the vehicle with jack stands atthe opposite end from which the components are being removed andstrap the vehicle to the hoist.Da ...