Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LFX)

Fig 1: Air Conditioning Compressor

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures NOTE: It is important to install the A/C compressor bolts in the proper order and torqued in proper sequence to ensure proper operation of the A/C compressor. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging . Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove engine splash shield right side. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement - Right Side . Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement . Remove the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LFX) . Disconnect the A/C compressor electrical connector. Remove the air conditioning compressor hose from the A/C compressor. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Hose Replacement (LFX) .
1	A/C Compressor Upper Bolt CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure Install and hand tighten the compressor bolt. NOTE: Tighten the A/C compressor mounting fasteners in sequence. Tighten 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
2	A/C Compressor Rear Bolt Procedure Install and hand tighten the compressor bolt. NOTE: Tighten the A/C compressor mounting fasteners in sequence. Tighten 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
3	A/C Compressor Lower Bolt Procedure Install and hand tighten the compressor bolt. NOTE: Tighten the A/C compressor mounting fasteners in sequence. Tighten 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
4	A/C Compressor Procedure Remove and discard sealing washers and replace with NEW. Refer to Air Conditioning System Seal Replacement . When replacing the air conditioning compressor, balance the compressor oil. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing .