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Repair Procedures: Removal

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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 under cover.

    (Refer to " Removal And Installation  or  Removal And Installation  " ) 

  5. Loosen the drive belt.

    (Refer to  Removal  ) 

  6. Separate the suction line (A) and discharge line (B) from the compressor by loosening the mounting bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    CAUTION:
    • Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.
    G13836394Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Press the lock pin and disconnect the compressor connector (A).
    G13836395Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. Remove the compressor assembly (A) by loosening the mounting bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

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

    G13836396Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.