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Repair Procedures: Removal

  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 cable from the battery.
  3. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station.
  4. Remove the front tire [RH].

    (Refer to Suspension System - "WHEEL ")

  5. Remove the front wheel guard [RH].
  6. Loosen the drive belt.

    G 1.6 GDI-GAMMA  (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "DRIVE BELT ")

  7. Disconnect the suction line (A) and discharge line (B) from the compressor.
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    NOTE: Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.
  8. Disconnect the compressor switch connector (A).
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  9. Remove the compressor by loosening the mounting bolts.
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