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Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement LE5


Object Number: 1581309  Size: MF

Callout

Component Name

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  2. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  4. Remove the right front fender liner. Refer to Front Fender Liner Replacement .
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector.

1

Nut, A/C Compressor Hose

Tip
Remove the A/C compressor hose from the A/C compressor and cap hose.

Tighten
20 N·m (15 lb ft)

2

Washer, Sealing

Tip
Remove and discard sealing washers. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .

3

Bolt, A/C Compressor

Tip
Tighten the A/C compressor mounting bolts in sequence.

Tighten
22 N·m (16 lb ft)

4

Compressor Assembly, A/C

Tip

  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. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing .
  3. Using J 39400 leak test A/C compressor fittings.

Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement LX9


Object Number: 1581322  Size: MF

Callout

Component Name

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  2. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  4. Remove the right front fender liner. Refer to Front Fender Liner Replacement .
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector.

1

Nut, A/C Compressor Hose

Tip
Remove the A/C compressor hose from the A/C compressor and cap hose.

Tighten
20 N·m (15 lb ft)

2

Washer, Sealing

Tip
Remove and discard sealing washers. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .

3

Bolt, A/C Compressor

Tip
Tighten the A/C compressor mounting bolts in sequence.

Tighten
50 N·m (37 lb ft)

4

Compressor Assembly, A/C

Tip

  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. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing .
  3. Using J 39400 leak test A/C compressor fittings.

Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement LZ9


Object Number: 1581328  Size: MF

Callout

Component Name

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  2. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  4. Remove the right front fender liner. Refer to Front Fender Liner Replacement .
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector.

1

Nut, A/C Compressor Hose

Tip
Remove the A/C compressor hose from the A/C compressor and cap hose.

Tighten
20 N·m (15 lb ft)

2

Washer, Sealing

Tip
Remove and discard sealing washers. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .

3

Nut, A/C Compressor

Tip
Tighten in sequence with A/C compressor mounting bolts.

Tighten
50 N·m (37 lb ft)

4

Bolt, A/C Compressor

Tip
Tighten the A/C compressor mounting bolts and nut in sequence.

Tighten
50 N·m (37 lb ft)

5

Compressor Assembly, A/C

Tip

  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. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing .
  3. Using J 39400 , leak test A/C compressor fittings.