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Section 104 (HVAC): Compressor: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  2. Replace the O-rings on low-/high-pressure hoses with new ones, then apply compressor oil.
  3. When replacing compressor, adjust amount of compressor oil. Refer to OPERATION  , Compressor Oil.
  4. Charge refrigerant. Refer to OPERATION  , Refrigerant Charging Procedure.

    Tightening torque: 

    1. Refer to AIR CONDITIONING UNIT  , COMPONENT, General Description and COMPRESSOR  , COMPONENT, General Description.