Section 174 (HVAC System (Heater, Ventilator And A/C)): Compressor: Installation

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Replace the O-rings with new parts, and then apply compressor oil.
After replacing the compressor, adjust the amount of the compressor oil. < Ref. to PROCEDURE , Compressor Oil. >

Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: Tighten the compressor for non-turbo model in the numerical order as shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Compressor Bolt Tighten Order
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Charge refrigerant. < Ref. to PROCEDURE , Refrigerant Charging Procedure. >
Tightening torque:

Refer to " COMPONENT  " of " ".

Air conditioning unit: < Ref. to AIR CONDITIONING UNIT  , COMPONENT, General Description. >

Compressor: < Ref. to COMPRESSOR  , COMPONENT, General Description. >