A/C Compressor
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Dodge Avenger and 2013 Chrysler 200. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Refer to the applicable Warnings and Cautions for this system before performing the following operation. Refer to WARNING and CAUTION . Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.
NOTE:
Variable displacement compressor shown in illustrations. Fixed displacement similar.
- Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
- Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system. Refer to PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Remove the splash shield from the right side frame rail. Refer to SHIELD, SPLASH, FRONT WHEELHOUSE, REMOVAL .
- Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to BELT, SERPENTINE, REMOVAL .
- Disconnect the engine wire harness (1) from the clutch coil or compressor control valve (2), depending on application.
- Remove the nuts (4) that secure the A/C discharge line (5) and the A/C suction line (6) to the A/C compressor (3).
- Disconnect the A/C discharge and suction lines from the A/C compressor and remove and discard the O-ring seals and gaskets.
- Support the A/C compressor (1) and remove the three bolts (2) that secure the compressor to the engine and remove the compressor.
- Install plugs in, or tape over the opened refrigerant line fittings and compressor ports.