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 Wheelhouse Liner Replacement .
5. Remove the radiator air deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle Assemblies and Deflectors .
6. Disconnect the A/C compressor electrical connector.

1

A/C Compressor Hose Nut (Qty: 2)

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

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

Tighten
20 N·m (15 lb ft)

2

Sealing Washer

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

3

A/C Compressor Nut

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

Tighten
50 N·m (37 lb ft)

4

A/C Compressor Bolt

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

Tighten
50 N·m (37 lb ft)

5

A/C Compressor Assembly

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.