Installation Procedure
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- Install the A/C compressor (2) to the bracket (1) through the fender well. Insert the mounting bolt (3) into the lower right mounting boss before installing the A/C compressor.
- Install the A/C compressor to the bracket. Insert the mounting bolt into the lower right mount before installing the A/C compressor.
- Install the A/C compressor mounting bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Connect the electrical connector to the A/C compressor.
- Install the A/C discharge hose to the compressor using new sealing washers. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
- Install the A/C discharge hose bolt to the A/C compressor.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Install the A/C suction hose to the compressor using new sealing washers. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
- Install the A/C suction hose bolt to the A/C compressor.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Install the A/C drive belt. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Belt Replacement .
- Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Non HP2) or Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (HP2) .
- Install the air cleaner resonator outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Resonator Outlet Duct Replacement .
- Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A . See Special Tools .
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
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