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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. 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.
  2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  3. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station.
  4. Remove the engine room under cover by loosening the mounting clip (A) and bolts (B).
    Fig 1: Engine Room Under Cover Mounting Clip And Bolts
    G09767552Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Separate the front portion of the front wheel guard from the wheel base.

    (Refer to BODY SIDE MOULDING ")

  6. Remove the engine room right side cover.
    Fig 2: Engine Room Right Side Cover
    G09767553Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Loosen the drive belt.

    (Refer to "DRIVE BELT for 2.4L, and DRIVE BELT for 3.3L")

  8. Remove the bolts, then disconnect the suction line (A) and discharge line (B) from the compressor.
    Fig 3: Suction And Discharge Line
    G09767554Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.
  9. Disconnect the compressor switch connector.
  10. Remove the compressor by loosening the mounting bolts.
    Fig 4: Compressor Switch Connector And Mounting Bolts
    G09767555Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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