Preliminary Procedures

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.
3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
4. Disconnect the A/C compressor electrical connector.
5. Remove compressor hose assembly. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Replacement.

1

A/C Compressor Bolt (Qty: 3)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
22 N·m (16 lb ft)

2

A/C Compressor Assembly

Procedure

1. Use a low viscosity, poly-alkylene glycol (PAG) oil. Use of the incorrect oil can result in compressor failure.
2. When replacing the A/C compressor, balance the compressor oil. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing
3. Using GE 39400-A detector leak test A/C compressor fittings.

Special Tools

GE 39400-A Electronic Halogen Leak Detector

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.