- Run engine at idle with A/C ON for 10 minutes.
- Disconnect negative cable at battery.
- Recover refrigerant from refrigeration system using recovery and recycling equipment.
NOTE:
The amount of compressor at
removal must be measured and the same amount must be poured when installing the compressor.
- Disconnect thermal protector lead wire.
- Disconnect suction and discharge hoses from compressor.
NOTE:
Cap open fitting immediately to keep moisture out of system.
- Remove compressor drive belt by loosening tension pulley bolt.
- Remove compressor with clutch assembly from its mount.
NOTE:
If compressor assembly is replaced with one, drain oil from compressor. Then, measure its amount.