COMPRESSOR REMOVAL


  1. RECOVER 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. This causes most of the compressor oil from the various components of the A/C system to collect in the A/C compressor.

    4. Stop the engine.

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

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    Note

    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.

  3. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL RH

  4. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER

  5. SEPARATE FRONT FENDER LINER RH

  6. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH


    1. A01EITO

      Remove the 2 bolts, clip and front fender apron seal RH.

  7. REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT


    1. A01EKX6

      Attach a wrench to the hexagonal portion of the belt tensioner as shown in the illustration, rotate the belt tensioner clockwise, and remove the V-ribbed belt.

  8. REMOVE RADIATOR ASSEMBLY

    Tech Tips

    Refer to the procedure for Remove Radiator Assembly Click here.

  9. DISCONNECT COOLER REFRIGERANT DISCHARGE HOSE


    1. A01EJWB

      Disengage each clamp.

    2. Disconnect each connector.

    3. A01EK17

      Using pliers, grip the claws of the clip and slide the clip to remove the No. 2 radiator hose.

    4. A01EL1P

      Remove the bolt and disconnect the cooler refrigerant discharge hose from the compressor assembly with pulley.

    5. Remove the O-ring from the discharge hose.

      Note

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

  10. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01EMHF

      Remove the bolt and disconnect the suction hose sub-assembly from the compressor assembly with pulley.

    2. Remove the O-ring from the suction hose sub-assembly.

      Note

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

  11. REMOVE COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY WITH PULLEY


    1. A01ELMS

      Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and compressor assembly with pulley.

    2. A01ELI3

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