A/C Compressor First Start

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If a new A/C compressor is installed, an "A/C compressor first start" must be performed.

The following conditions must be met:

Filling with refrigerant on the pressure side. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING (For 2.0L Engine) or DRAINING AND FILLING (For 2.5L Engine) .
Engine off
Vents set to "OFF".
Blowers on "level 3"
A/C System off.

-- Start the engine.

-- Wait about 5 seconds until the engine idle has stabilized.

-- Switch on the A/C.

-- Let the engine run idle for 2 minutes.

-- Turn off the engine.