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Compressor Assembly On-Vehicle Inspection

  1. Install manifold gauge set (1) as shown in the figure.
  2. Close Hi (4) and Lo (5) side valves.
    Fig 1: Installing Manifold Gauge Set
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  3. Run engine at fast idle.
  4. Check compressor for the following items.
    • High pressure gauge reading is not low and low pressure gauge reading is not higher than normal.
    • Metallic sound
    • Leakage from compressor

    If any of the checks indicated a defect, repair compressor.