Removal & Installation: Compressor: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1999 Pontiac Firebird and 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. If compressor is being replaced, drain refrigerant oil from old compressor. Measure amount of oil from old compressor. If measured amount is less than one ounce, add 2 ounces to new compressor.
- If more than one ounce is drained from old compressor, add same amount to new compressor. Clean all fittings with mineral-base refrigerant oil. Lightly coat all seals with mineral-base refrigerant oil before assembling. Evacuate and charge A/C system.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. If compressor is being replaced, drain refrigerant oil from old compressor. Measure amount of oil from old compressor. If measured amount is less than one ounce, add 2 ounces to new compressor.
- If more than one ounce is drained from old compressor, add same amount to new compressor. Clean all fittings with mineral-base refrigerant oil. Lightly coat all seals with mineral-base refrigerant oil before assembling. Evacuate and charge A/C system.