Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair
CompressorREMOVAL
1. Perform compressor oil return operation.
2. Turn the A/C switch to OFF and stop the engine.
3. Using the refrigerant recovery system, discharge refrigerant.
4. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
5. Remove the V-belts.
6. Remove the generator.
7. Remove the bolt and remove the low-pressure hose and high-pressure hose.
8. Remove the bolt and remove the low-pressure hose and high-pressure hose.
9. Remove the bolts and remove the compressor bracket.
10. Remove the bolts, then remove the bracket from the compressor.
INSTALLATION
1. Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
2. Replace the O-rings on low/high pressure hoses with new parts, and apply compressor oil.
3. After replacing the compressor, adjust the amount of the compressor oil.
4. Charge refrigerant.
Air conditioning unit
Tightening torque:
T1: 7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf.m, 5.5 ft.lb)
T2: 10 N.m (1.02 kgf.m, 7.4 ft.lb)
Radiator & radiator fan: Refer to RADIATOR & RADIATOR FAN, COMPONENT, General Description.