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Compressor — Replacement

15-48prose procedure

Step 3 (power steering pump removal) applies to models with power steering.

Replacement

  1. 1
    If the compressor is marginally operable, run the engine at idle speed and turn on the air conditioner fan a few minutes, then shut the engine off and disconnect the battery negative terminal.
  2. 2
    Discharge the refrigerant very slowly from the system (page 15-42).
  3. 3
    With power steering: Remove the mounting bolts (2) the power steering pump belt, and the power steering pump.
    Power steering pump area showing the mounting bolts and belt to remove the power steering pump (models with power steering).
  4. 4
    Disconnect the suction and discharge hoses from the compressor.
    CAUTION: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture and dirt out of the system.
    Tightening torque: 30 N·m (3.0 kg-m, 22 lb-ft)
    Compressor with the suction hose and discharge hose disconnected and the open fittings capped; torque callout for the fittings.
  5. 5
    Disconnect the compressor connector and the clamp.
    Compressor connector and wiring clamp to be disconnected.
  6. 6
    Loosen the adjusting bolt and lock nut, then remove the compressor belt.
    Compressor mounting showing the adjusting bolt, lock nut and compressor belt to loosen and remove the belt.
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