Installation - 3.9/5.9L
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
If a replacement compressor is being installed, be certain to check the refrigerant oil level. See STANDARD PROCEDURE - REFRIGERANT OIL LEVEL
. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the compressor in the vehicle.
- Install the compressor to the mounting bracket. Tighten the four mounting screws to 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.).
- Remove the tape or plugs from all of the opened refrigerant line fittings. Install the suction and discharge line manifold to the compressor (Refer to HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING/LIQUID LINE - INSTALLATION ) and (Refer to HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING/SUCTION LINE - INSTALLATION ).
- Install the serpentine drive belt (Refer to INSTALLATION ).
- Plug in the compressor clutch coil wire harness connector.
- Connect the battery negative cable.
- Evacuate the refrigerant system (Refer to REFRIGERANT - STANDARD PROCEDURE ).
- Charge the refrigerant system (Refer to REFRIGERANT - STANDARD PROCEDURE ).