Air Conditioning Compressor Bracket Replacement 3.8L

1. Remove the serpentine drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.8L.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the A/C compressor.



3. Remove the negative battery cable nut and cable from the engine block.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.



5. Remove the A/C compressor bracket rear bolts from the compressor (3).



6. Remove the A/C compressor front bolts from the compressor.
7. Position the A/C compressor forward in order to allow access to the bracket.



8. Remove the A/C compressor bracket bolts from the bracket (2, 3).
9. Remove the A/C compressor bracket.

Transfer the idler pulley from the old bracket to the new bracket.

1. Install the A/C compressor bracket.

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.

2. Install the A/C compressor bracket bolts (1, 2, 3).

Tighten

•	Tighten the A/C compressor bracket bolt (1) to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

•	Tighten the A/C compressor bracket bolts (2, 3) to 50 N·m (37 lb ft)




3. Install the A/C compressor to the bracket.
4. Install the A/C compressor bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the A/C compressor front bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).




5. Install the A/C compressor rear bolts (2, 3).

Tighten
Tighten the A/C compressor rear bolts (2, 3) to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

6. Lower the vehicle.



7. Install the negative battery cable and nut to the engine block.

Tighten
Tighten the negative battery cable nut to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).




8. Connect the electrical connector to the A/C compressor.
9. Install the serpentine drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.8L.

Air Conditioning Compressor Bracket Replacement 5.7L

1. Remove the A/C compressor. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement .
2. Remove the A/C compressor bracket bolts.
3. Remove the A/C compressor bracket.
4. Remove the A/C belt tensioner from the bracket. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement - Air Conditioning in Engine Mechanical - 5.7L.
5. Remove the A/C belt idler pulley from the bracket. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement - Air Conditioning in Engine Mechanical - 5.7L.

1. Install the A/C belt idler pulley from the bracket. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement - Air Conditioning in Engine Mechanical - 5.7L.
2. install the A/C belt tensioner from the bracket. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement - Air Conditioning in Engine Mechanical - 5.7L.



3. Install the A/C compressor bracket.

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.

4. Install the A/C compressor bracket bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the A/C compressor bracket bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

5. Install the A/C compressor. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement .