Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Buick Verano. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Air Conditioning Compressor & Components

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging . Remove drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement . Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement . Loosen the air conditioning compressor and condenser hose from the air conditioning compressor. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Replacement .
1	Air Conditioning Compressor Bolt (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
2	Air Conditioning Compressor Nut Tighten 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
3	Air Conditioning Compressor Procedure Disconnect the A/C compressor electrical connector. Use a low viscosity, poly-alkylene glycol (PAG) oil. Use of the incorrect oil can result in compressor failure. When replacing the A/C compressor, balance the compressor oil. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing . Using the 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 .