Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LF1)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Cadillac SRX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Air Conditioning Compressor (LF1)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging . Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Remove front wheelhouse liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement . Remove the drive belt from the compressor. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement . Disconnect the A/C compressor electrical connector. Remove the air conditioning condenser and evaporator hose from the compressor. Refer to Air Conditioning Condenser and Evaporator Hose Replacement (LF1)
1	A/C Compressor Bolt CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
2	A/C Compressor Nut Tighten: 22 N.m (12 lb ft)
3	A/C Compressor Bolt Tighten: 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
4	A/C Compressor Procedure Remove and discard sealing washers. Refer to Air Conditioning System Seal Replacement . When replacing the A/C compressor, balance the compressor oil. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing .