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LAMBDA Engine

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  1. If the 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. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  3. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station.
  4. Remove the sub frame.

    (Refer to Suspension System - " SUB FRAME  ") 

  5. Loosen the drive belt.

    G 2.0 T-GDI-THETA (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - " DRIVE BELT  ") 

    G 3.3 T-GDI-LAMBDA (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - " DRIVE BELT  ") 

  6. Remove the discharge line (A) and suction line (B) from the compressor.

    Tightening torque:  3.9 - 5.9 N.m (0.4 - 0.6 kgf.m, 2.9 - 4.3 lb.ft)

    G12799039Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.
  7. Disconnect the ECV connector (A).
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  8. Remove the compressor assembly (A) after loosening the bolts.

    Tightening torque:  20.00 - 32.95 N.m (2.04 - 3.36 kgf.m, 14.75 - 24.30 lb.ft)

G12799041Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.