Air Conditioning System: Compressor: Removal
- If a compressor is available, the air conditioner is operated for a few minutes in the engine idle state and then the engine is stopped.
- Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
- Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station.
(Refer to Air Conditioning System - "REFRIGERANT RECOVERY/RECYCLING/CHARGING/VACUUM ")
- Remove the drive belt.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "DRIVE BELT " 2.5L)
[G 2.5 T-GDI Specification] (See COMPONENTS AND COMPONENTS LOCATION )
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "DRIVE BELT " 3.5L)
[G 3.5 T-GDI Specification] (See COMPONENTS AND COMPONENTS LOCATION )
- Disconnect the ECV connector (A).
- Loosen the mounting nuts and separate the suction line (A), discharge line (B).
Tightening torque:
21.6 - 32.4 N.m (2.2 - 3.3 kgf.m, 15.9 - 23.9 lb-ft)
NOTE:- Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.
- Remove the compressor ground cable (A).
- Loosen the mounting bolts and remove the compressor assembly (A).
Tightening torque:
20.0 - 23.7 N.m (2.04 - 2.42 kgf.m, 14.8 - 17.5 lb-ft)