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Removal - 3.2L

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WARNING:

Review the warnings and cautions for this system before performing the procedure. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death.

NOTE:

The A/C condenser must be replaced if an internal failure of the A/C compressor has occurred. Refer to CONDENSER, A/C, REMOVAL .

NOTE:

The A/C compressor may be removed and repositioned without disconnecting the refrigerant lines or discharging the refrigerant system. Discharging is not necessary if servicing the A/C clutch, clutch coil or engine.

  1. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system. Refer to PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable. If equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS), disconnect the IBS connector first before disconnecting the negative battery cable.
  3. Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to BELT, SERPENTINE, REMOVAL .
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  4. Remove the bolt (1) that secures the A/C suction line and A/C discharge lines (2) to the A/C compressor (3).
  5. Disconnect the refrigerant lines from the A/C compressor and remove and discard the washer seals.
  6. Install plugs in, or tape over all of the opened refrigerant line fittings and the compressor ports.
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  7. Disconnect the engine wire harness (1) from the A/C compressor (2).
  8. Support the A/C compressor and remove the three bolts (3).
  9. Remove the A/C compressor from the engine compartment.