COMPRESSOR REMOVAL


  1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM


    1. Start up the engine.

    2. Turn the A/C switch on.

    3. Operate the cooler compressor at an engine speed of approximately 1000 rpm for 5 to 6 minutes to circulate the refrigerant and collect the compressor oil remaining in each component into the cooler compressor.

    4. Stop the engine.

    5. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system using a refrigerant recovery unit.

  2. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL


    1. A01638L

      Using a clip remover, remove the 9 clips and cool air intake duct seal.

  3. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR CLEANER INLET


    1. A01612G

      Remove the bolt, clip and No. 1 air cleaner inlet.

  4. SEPARATE RADIATOR RESERVE TANK ASSEMBLY


    1. A01637D

      Remove the 2 bolts and separate the radiator reserve tank assembly.

  5. REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT


    1. A0160KK

      Rotate the V-ribbed belt tensioner pulley counterclockwise to loosen the V-ribbed belt tensioner.

      Tech Tips

      The pulley bolt for the V-ribbed belt tensioner is reverse threaded.

    2. A0162C9E01

      While turning the V-ribbed belt tensioner counterclockwise, align the holes. Insert a bar of φ5 mm (0.197 in.) into the holes to secure the V-ribbed belt tensioner in place.

    3. Remove the V-ribbed belt.

  6. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER

  7. REMOVE REAR ENGINE UNDER COVER LH


    1. A0161OB

      Remove the bolt and engine under cover LH.

  8. DISCONNECT NO. 1 COOLER REFRIGERANT SUCTION HOSE


    1. Disconnect the connector.

    2. Disengage each clamp.

    3. A015ZMQ

      Remove the bolt and disconnect the No. 1 cooler refrigerant suction hose from the compressor.

    4. Remove the O-ring from the cooler refrigerant suction hose.

      Note

      Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.

  9. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01624P

      Remove the bolt and disconnect the discharge sub-assembly from the compressor.

    2. Remove the O-ring from the discharge sub-assembly.

      Note

      Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.

  10. REMOVE COMPRESSOR AND PULLEY


    1. A0160HC

      Remove the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.

    2. A015YMA

      Using an E8 "TORX" socket, remove the 2 stud bolts and compressor.

      Tech Tips

      Remove the compressor and pulley from the vehicle with the stud bolts remaining in the compressor.

    3. A01624A

      Remove the bolt and bracket.