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Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LBS/A20DTH)

Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (LBS/A20DTH)



Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .

2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

4. Remove the right front liner.

5. Remove the engine shield. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .

6. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .


1

A/C Compressor and Condenser Hose Assembly Bolt

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten

22 Nm (16 lb ft)

2

Sealing Washer

Procedures

Remove and discard the sealing washer. Refer to Air Conditioning System Seal Replacement .

3

A/C Compressor Bolt (Qty: 3)

Procedures

Tighten the bolts in sequence.

Tighten

22 Nm (16 lb ft)

4

A/C Compressor Assembly

Procedures

Perform compressor oil balancing. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing .



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