Removal and Replacement
A/C COMPRESSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Discharge the refrigerant.
4. Remove the splash shield.
5. Remove the A/C drive belt.
6. Detach the two wiring harness clamps.
7. Disconnect the cooler hose (LO) and cooler hose (HI). Do not allow remaining compressor oil in the refrigerant line to spill.
CAUTION: If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability will be lowered and abnormal noise or other malfunction could occur. Always plug open fittings immediately after removing any refrigeration cycle parts.
8. Remove the A/C compressor protector.
9. Remove in the order indicated in the table. Do not allow remaining compressor oil in the A/C compressor to spill.
CAUTION: If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability will be lowered and abnormal noise or other malfunction could occur. Always plug open fittings immediately after removing any refrigeration cycle parts.
10. Install in the reverse order of removal.
11. Perform the refrigerant system performance test.