Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement

Compressor Replacement (LL8)

Tools Required

J39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

Removal Procedure

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove the generator.
4. Disconnect the compressor electrical connectors.

Important: Some system pressure may still exist in the A/C compressor crankcase after you evacuate the system.

5. Remove the compressor hose assembly bolt from the compressor.
6. Remove the compressor hose assembly block from the compressor.




7. Remove the compressor mounting bolts from the compressor (1).
8. Remove the compressor.
9. Drain and measure the compressor oil. Refer to Compressor Oil Balancing. Service and Repair

Installation Procedure

1. Add the proper amount of oil to the replacement compressor. Refer to Compressor Oil Balancing.
2. Install the compressor.






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

3. Install the compressor mounting bolts to the compressor (1).

Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

4. Install the compressor hose assembly block to the compressor.




5. Install the compressor hose assembly bolt to the compressor (1).

Tighten the bolt to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

6. Connect the compressor electrical connectors.
7. Install the idler pulley.
8. Install the generator.
9. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
10. Leak test the fittings of the components using the J39400-A.