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Repair Procedures: Removal

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NOTE: Precautions For Using The Plastic Pulley 
  • Be careful not to place the pulley to downwards of the floor or table.
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  • Be careful not to apply the external force and impact on pulley while moving or using.
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  • Be careful not to apply force to the pulley.
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  1. 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.
  2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  3. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station.
  4. Remove the engine room cover.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM COVER ")

  5. Loosen the drive belt.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "DRIVE BELT (1.6L) or DRIVE BELT (2.0L) ")

  6. Remove the bolts, then disconnect the suction line (A) and discharge line (B) from the compressor.

    Tightening Torque: 

    21.6 - 32.4 N.m (2.2 - 3.3 kgf.m, 15.9 - 23.9 Ib-ft)

    NOTE:
    • Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.
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  7. Disconnect the compressor switch connector (A).
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  8. Remove the compressor (A) by loosening the mounting bolts.

    Tightening Torque: 

    20.0 - 32.95 N.m (2.04 - 3.36 kgf.m, 14.75 - 24.30 Ib-ft)

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