Repair Procedures: Removal
- If the 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.
- Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
- Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station.
- Loosen the drive belt (Refer to ADJUSTMENT ).
- Remove the bolts, then disconnect the suction line and discharge line from the compressor. Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.
- Disconnect the compressor clutch connector (A), and then remove 4 mounting bolts and the compressor.
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