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Removal & Installation: Compressor: Installation

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.


  1. 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.
  2. 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.