Compressor Removal and Installation: Removal
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- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Discharge and recover the refrigerant. Refer to Discharging, Adding Oil, Evacuating, and Charging Procedures for A/C System .
- Remove the discharge hose mounting nut.
- Lift the discharge hose mounting block and the suction hose from the compressor.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
- Remove the engine under cover. Refer to ENGINE UNDER COVERS REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Remove the accessory drive belt.
- Disconnect electrical connector at the compressor.
- Remove the compressor bolts and nuts.
- Remove the compressor.
- Drain the oil from the compressor into a container. Measure the amount of the oil that is drained. Then discard the used oil.