6.7L Diesel Engine
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Review the warnings and cautions for this system before performing the procedure. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death.
NOTE:
The A/C compressor may be removed and repositioned without disconnecting the refrigerant lines or discharging the refrigerant system. Discharging is not necessary if servicing the compressor clutch, clutch coil or engine.
NOTE:
Illustration shown with lower radiator hose removed for clarity.
- Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
- Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system. Refer to PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to BELT, SERPENTINE, REMOVAL .
- Remove the nuts (1) that secure the A/C suction line (3) and the A/C discharge line (4) to the A/C compressor (2).
- Disconnect the A/C suction and discharge lines from the A/C compressor and remove and discard the O-ring seals and gaskets.
- Install plugs in, or tape over the opened refrigerant line fittings and compressor ports.
- Remove the right stabilizer bracket and loosen the left stabilizer bracket to aid in the removal of the A/C compressor. Refer to STABILIZER BAR, FRONT, REMOVAL
. Push the stabilizer bar towards the rear of the vehicle.
- Disconnect the engine wire harness (1) from the A/C clutch coil connector (5).
- Remove the three bolts (4) that secure the A/C compressor (3) to the mounting bracket (2) and remove the compressor.