Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (L96)

Fig 1: Air Conditioning Compressor (L96)

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Recover refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (R-134A) Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (R-1234yf) . Remove the air conditioning compressor belt. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Belt Replacement . Remove air conditioning compressor hose from the air conditioning compressor and position out of the way. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Hose Replacement (L96) .
1	Air Conditioning Compressor Bolt CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
2	Air Conditioning Compressor Bolt (Qty: 3) Tighten 50 N.m (37 lb ft) NOTE: To remove the lower rear bolt the compressor must be rotated up slightly to clear the front axle bracket nut and bolt.
3	Air Conditioning Compressor Procedure Disconnect electrical connector from the air conditioning (A/C) clutch coil. When replacing the air conditioning compressor, balance compressor oil. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing .