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Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement 5.0L, 5.7L

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
  3. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement
  4. Disconnect the refrigerant hose assembly from the compressor. Refer to Compressor Hose Assembly Replacement .
  5. Cap or plug all of the open connections.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connectors, as necessary.

  7. Object Number: 257965  Size: SH
  8. Remove the bolts.
  9. Remove the compressor from the bracket.
  10. Drain the compressor oil.
  11. Measure the compressor oil. Refer to Adding Oil.

Installation Procedure

  1. Fill the compressor with oil. Refer to Adding Oil.

  2. Object Number: 257965  Size: SH
  3. Install the compressor to the bracket.
  4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the compressor mounting bolts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  7. Connect the electrical connectors, as necessary.
  8. Install the refrigerant hose assembly to the compressor. Refer to Compressor Hose Assembly Replacement .
  9. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical -- 5.0L, 5.7L.
  10. Connect the negative battery cable.
  11. Charge the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling, Adding Oil, Evacuating and Recharging Procedures.
  12. Inspect the system for leaks. Refer to Leak Testing .

Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement 7.4L

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
  3. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement
  4. Disconnect the refrigerant hose assembly from the compressor. Refer to Compressor Hose Assembly Replacement .
  5. Cap or plug all of the open connections.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connectors, as necessary.

  7. Object Number: 257966  Size: SH
  8. Remove the bolts.
  9. Remove the compressor from the bracket.
  10. Drain the compressor oil.
  11. Measure the compressor oil. Refer to Adding Oil.

Installation Procedure

  1. Fill the compressor with oil. Refer to Adding Oil.

  2. Object Number: 257966  Size: SH
  3. Install the compressor to the bracket.
  4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the compressor mounting bolts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  7. Connect the electrical connectors, as necessary.
  8. Install the refrigerant hose assembly to the compressor. Refer to Compressor Hose Assembly Replacement .
  9. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement
  10. Connect the negative battery cable.
  11. Charge the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling, Adding Oil, Evacuating and Recharging Procedures.
  12. Inspect the system for leaks. Refer to Leak Testing .

Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement 6.5L

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Recover the refrigerant. Refer Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
  3. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement
  4. Disconnect the refrigerant hose assembly from the compressor. Refer to Compressor Hose Assembly Replacement .
  5. Cap or plug all of the open connections.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connectors, as necessary.

  7. Object Number: 257967  Size: SH
  8. Remove the bolts.
  9. Remove the compressor from the bracket.
  10. Drain the compressor oil.
  11. Measure the compressor oil.

Installation Procedure

  1. Fill the compressor with oil.

  2. Object Number: 257967  Size: SH
  3. Install the compressor to the bracket.
  4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the compressor mounting bolts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  7. Connect the electrical connectors, as necessary.
  8. Install the refrigerant hose assembly to the compressor. Refer to Compressor Hose Assembly Replacement .
  9. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement
  10. Connect the negative battery cable.
  11. Charge the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
  12. Inspect the system for leaks. Refer to Leak Testing .