Removal Procedure
- Recover the refrigerant. Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
- Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
- Remove the left front tire and wheel. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
- NOTE:
Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
NOTE:Quantity of fasteners may vary based on option content.
Front Compartment Air Deflector Retainer (2) - Remove [2x]
- Engine Front Splash Shield Screw (1) - Remove [5x]
- Engine Front Splash Shield (3) - Remove
Front Bumper Fascia Center Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Remove [5x]
- Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Retainer (2) - Remove [2x]
Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (1) - Remove
Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt (3) - Remove
- Engine Front Splash Shield Retainer (2) - Remove [2x]
- Engine Front Splash Shield Bolt (1) - Remove
Front Compartment Air Deflector Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
- Front Compartment Air Deflector (2) - Remove
Using the appropriate tool, rotate the drive belt tensioner (1) counterclockwise to release the tension on the accessory drive primary belt for removal.
Accessory Drive Primary Belt (1) - Remove
- Slowly release tension on the drive belt tensioner and remove the tool.
Disconnect the electrical connectors. (1) [3x]
Air Conditioning Compressor Hose Nut (1) - Remove
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Air Conditioning Evaporative Connector Hose/Tube and Compressor Hose (1) @ Air Conditioning Compressor - Remove
- Air Conditioning Compressor Hose Seal (2) - Remove and DISCARD
- Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Seal (3) - Remove and DISCARD
Air Conditioning Compressor Bolt (1) - Remove
Air Conditioning Compressor Nut (1) - Remove
- Air Conditioning Compressor Bolt (2) - Remove
- Maneuver the air conditioning compressor (3) out from the engine compartment.