Remove the Compressor

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Compressor, Support And Bolts

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Disconnect the connector from the compressor.

Remove the attaching screws.

NOTE: There is an extra support in gasoline-powered cars

Remove the compressor.

Remove the support for the connector.

NOTE: If the compressor is replaced, the oil volume shall be determined, see Oil Air Conditioning (A/C) System, Filling .

Install new O-rings on the filler plug (lube with compressor oil) and tighten with 15 Nm.

Change oil also if the compressor is not replaced.