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'07 model

  1. If the A/C compressor is marginally operable, run the engine at idle speed, and let the air conditioning work for a few minutes, then shut the engine off.
  2. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station (see REFRIGERANT RECOVERY ).
  3. Remove the engine cover (see step 9 on ENGINE REMOVAL ), and the drive belt (see DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT ).
  4. Remove the splash shield (see FRONT SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT ). Remove the clips (A) and bolt from the right front inner fender (B). Then move the right front inner fender to the rear.
    Fig 1: Identifying Right Front Inner Fender And Clips
    G05526424Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Disconnect the A/C compressor clutch connector (A). Remove the bolt and the nut, then disconnect the suction line (B) and discharge line (C) from the A/C compressor. Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.
    Fig 2: A/C Compressor Clutch Connector, Suction And Discharge Line With Torque Specification
    G05526425Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Remove the mounting bolts, then detach the A/C compressor (A). Remove the mounting bolts, then slide up the A/C compressor bracket (B).
    Fig 3: A/C Compressor, Bracket And Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications
    G05526426Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Remove the A/C compressor (A).
    Fig 4: Identifying A/C Compressor
    G05526427Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Install the A/C compressor in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Inspect the A/C lines for any signs of contamination.
    • If you're installing a new A/C compressor, you must calculate the amount of refrigerant oil to be removed from it (see A/C REFRIGERANT OIL REPLACEMENT ). A hew A/C compressor comes with a full charge of oil.
    • Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before installing them. Be sure to use the correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
    • Use refrigerant oil (DENSO ND-OIL 8) for HFC-134a DENSO piston type A/C compressor only.
    • To avoid contamination, do not return the oil to the container once dispensed, and never mix it with other refrigerant oils.
    • Immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption.
    • Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if the refrigerant oil contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.
    • Charge the system (see SYSTEM CHARGING ).
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