Removal and Installation for Compressor: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Discharge the refrigerant. Refer to "HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure ".
- Remove the drive belt.
Refer to DRIVE BELTS .
- Remove the coolant pipe bracket bolt.
- Remove compressor mounting stud.
- Disconnect the compressor connector.
- Remove the high-pressure flexible hose and low-pressure flexible hose.CAUTION: Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
- Remove the mounting bolts and nut from compressor using power tools.