A/C Compressor, Removing And Installing: Installing

Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:

NOTE:

If the A/C compressor should be replaced, it cannot be clearly determined how much refrigerant oil is in the A/C compressor. Due to this reason, read the information about replacing the A/C compressor. Refer to REFRIGERANT CIRCUIT or COMPONENTS, REPLACING .

-- Make sure alignment bushings -1- are seated correctly.

Fig 1: Identifying Alignment Sleeves

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-- Coat the new O-rings with refrigerant oil before installing .

-- Make sure the O-rings fit correctly inside the groove on the refrigerant lines.

Vehicles with Refrigerant R134a

-- Fill the refrigerant circuit. Refer to .

Vehicles with Refrigerant R1234yf

-- Charge the refrigerant circuit. Refer to the appropriate service information .

Continuation for All Vehicles

CAUTION:

There is a risk of damaging the A/C compressor. Refrigerant oil may accumulate in the compression chamber when the A/C compressor is removed.

- After installing a new A/C compressor or filling with fresh refrigerant oil, turn the A/C compressor 10 times by hand before installing the ribbed belt.

Procedure when Installing a New A/C Compressor

-- Run the A/C compressor for the first time . Refer to Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

Vehicles with Refrigerant R134a

-- Start the A/C system after charging. Refer to A/C SYSTEM, OPERATING AFTER CHARGING .

Vehicles with Refrigerant R1234yf

-- Start the A/C system after charging. Refer to the appropriate service information .