Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
3. Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical-3.8L.
4. Remove the right wheelhouse extension. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement in Body Front End.
5. Remove the lower air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement in Body Front End.
6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the compressor.



7. Disconnect the electrical connector from the A/C pressure sensor.



8. Remove the retaining bolt from the wiring harness bracket.



9. Remove the A/C compressor hose from the compressor.



10. Remove the front compressor mounting nuts.
11. Remove the rear compressor mounting bolt.
12. Remove the compressor.
13. If replacing the compressor, balance the oil. Refer to Compressor Oil Balancing .

Important: The replacement compressor is shipped without PAG oil.

Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities for compressor oil capacity.

1. Add the proper amount of PAG oil to the compressor.



2. Install the compressor.

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.

3. Install the mounting nuts and the bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

4. Install the rear bolt to the compressor.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

Important: Inspect the seal washers for damage before reinstalling the A/C lines and hoses.

If any damage is noted during inspection, the suspect seal must be replaced.
Flat washer type seals do not require lubrication.



5. Install the A/C compressor hose to the compressor.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 39 N·m (31 lb ft).

6. Connect the electrical connection to the compressor.



7. Connect the electrical connection to the A/C pressure sensor.



8. Install the retaining bolt to the wiring harness bracket.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 12 N·m (9 lb ft).

9. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical-3.8L.
10. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
11. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
12. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A .
13. Install the lower air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement in Body Front End.
14. Install the right wheelhouse extension. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement in Body Front End.