COMPRESSOR REMOVAL

  1. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

    1. Turn the power switch on (READY).

    2. Turn the A/C switch on.

    3. Operate the cooler compressor under the conditions shown below:

      Item Condition
      Engine Speed Idling
      Operating Time 3 minutes or more
      A/C Switch Status ON
      Blower Switch Status HI
      Set Temperature MAX COOL

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

      Tech Tips

      It is not necessary to operate the cooler compressor if the A/C does not operate because of compressor lock etc.

    4. Turn the power switch off.

    5. Recover the refrigerant from the air conditioning system using a refrigerant recovery unit.

      Tech Tips

      Use the refrigerant recover unit in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual.

  2. REMOVE SERVICE PLUG GRIP

    Click here

  3. REMOVE RADIATOR ASSEMBLY

    Click here

  4. CHECK TERMINAL VOLTAGE

    1. Remove the connector cover assembly Click here.

    2. Check the terminal voltage Click here.

    3. Install the connector cover assembly Click here.

  5. DISCONNECT NO. 1 COOLER REFRIGERANT DISCHARGE HOSE

    1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the No. 1 cooler refrigerant discharge hose from the compressor with motor assembly.

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    2. Remove the O-ring from the No. 1 cooler refrigerant discharge hose.

      Note

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

  6. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY

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

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    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.

  7. REMOVE COMPRESSOR WITH MOTOR ASSEMBLY

    1. Disconnect connector B.

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      *1 Green-colored Lock

    2. Release the green-colored lock and disconnect connector A as shown in the illustration.

      CAUTION:

      Wear insulated gloves when performing the following steps.

      Note

      Insulate the connector by sealing it with tape.

    3. Remove the bolt and 2 nuts and compressor with motor assembly.

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

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