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Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedures
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
.
2. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to
Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
.
3. Remove the air conditioning compressor belt. Refer to
Air Conditioning Compressor Belt Replacement
.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
5. Loosen the air conditioning compressor and the condenser hose from the air conditioning compressor. Refer to
Air
Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Replacement
.
1
A/C Compressor Bolt
(Qty:
3)
Caution:
Refer to
Fastener Caution
.
Tighten
22
N·m
(16
lb
ft)
2
A/C Compressor Assembly
Procedure
1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Use a low viscosity, poly-alkylene glycol (PAG) oil. Use of the incorrect oil can result in compressor failure.
3. When replacing the A/C compressor, balance the compressor oil. Refer to
Air Conditioning Compressor Oil
Balancing
.
4. Using
GE-39400-A detector
leak test A/C compressor fittings.
Special Tools
GE-39400-A Electronic Halogen Leak Detector
For equivalent regional tools, refer to
Special Tools
.
Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (Diesel)
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