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A/C Compressor Replacement

NOTE: Since the oil separator is equipped inside the A/C compressor for this vehicle, oil drainage is unnecessary at the time of A/C compressor replacement.
  1. If the A/C compressor is marginally operable, run the engine at idle speed, and let the air conditioning work for a few minutes, then shut the engine off.
  2. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system.
  3. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
  4. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/ charging station (see SYSTEM CHARGING ).
  5. Remove the splash shield (see SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT ).
  6. Remove the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT ).
  7. Remove the bolts, then disconnect the suction line (A) and the discharge line (B) from the A/C compressor, and remove the O-rings (C). Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.
    Fig 1: Suction Line, Discharge Line And O-Rings With Torque Specification
    G05456506Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Remove the mounting bolts and the A/C compressor.
    Fig 2: Mounting Bolts And A/C Compressor With Torque Specification
    G05456507Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Install the A/C compressor in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before installing them. Be sure to use the right O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
    • Use refrigerant oil (SP-10) for HFC-134a spiral type compressor only.
    • To avoid contamination, do not return the oil to the container once dispensed, and never mix it with other refrigerant oils.
    • Immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption.
    • Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if the refrigerant oil contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.
    • Charge the system (see SYSTEM CHARGING ).
    • Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system.
    • Set the clock.
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