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 (-) battery terminal.
Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station.
Remove the engine room right side under cover (A) by loosening the mounting nuts.

Fig 1: Removing Engine Room Right Side Under Cover
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Loosen the drive belt.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "DRIVE BELT ")
Disconnect the compressor switch connector (A).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Compressor Switch Connector
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Remove the bolts, then disconnect the suction line (A) and discharge line (B) from the compressor.
NOTE: Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.

Fig 3: Locating Suction Line And Discharge Line From Compressor
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Remove the compressor (A) by loosening the mounting bolts.
Tightening Torque:

20.00 ~ 32.95 N.m (2.04~3.36 kgf.m, 14.75~24.30 lb-ft)

Fig 4: Loosening Compressor Mounting Bolts
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Fig 5: Removing Compressor
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