Repair procedures: Removal

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If the compressor is marginally operable, run the engine at idle speed, and let the air conditioning work for a few minutes, then shut the engine off.
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station.
Remove the right side front tire.
Separate the front portion of the front wheel guard from the wheel house.
Remove the engine room right side under cover (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Room Right Side Cover
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Loosen the drive belt.
(Refer to "DRIVE BELT ")
Disconnect the suction line (A) and discharge line (B) from the compressor.
Tightening torque: 18.6 ~ 27.5 N.m (1.9 ~ 2.8 kgf.m, 13.7 ~ 20.3 lb-ft)

Fig 2: Identifying Suction And Discharge Line
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NOTE:
- Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.
Disconnect the compressor switch connector (B).

Fig 3: Identifying Compressor And Switch Connector
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Remove the compressor (A) by loosening the mounting bolts.