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Installation (2.4L)

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CAUTION: NEW A/C compressors are shipped WITHOUT poly-alkylene glycol (PAG) oil. Use of the incorrect PAG oil can result in compressor failure.
  1. If a NEW A/C compressor is being installed, add 2 ozs. (60 ml) of PAG Oil to the compressor. Install the crankcase oil drain bolt to the replacement compressor. Tighten the drain bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  2. Install the compressor and loosely install the upper 2 compressor mounting bolts. Loosely install the 2 oil pan to compressor bolts. Tighten the mounting bolts to specification.
  3. Connect the clutch electrical connector. Install NEW sealing washers to the compressor ports. Install the compressor hose assembly to the compressor. Install the bolt holding the compressor hose assembly to the compressor. Tighten the bolt to specification.
  4. Install the EVAP canister purge solenoid valve to the compressor mounting stud. Install the right front fender liner. Install the drive belt. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. See RECOVERY, EVACUATION & RECHARGING in GENERAL SERVICING PROCEDURES article in GENERAL SERVICING.
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