How to replace the ac compressor

alfrejdr  per repair manual

COMPRESSOR

The compressor may be removed and repositioned without disconnecting the refrigerant lines or discharging the refrigerant system. Discharging is not necessary if servicing the compressor clutch or clutch coil, the engine, the cylinder head, or the generator.

WARNING: REVIEW THE WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS IN THE FRONT OF THIS GROUP BEFORE PERFORMING THE FOLLOWING OPERATION.

REMOVAL

(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.

(2) Loosen and remove the serpentine drive belt.

Refer to Group 7 - Cooling System for the procedures.

(3) Disconnect the compressor clutch coil wiring.

(4) Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system as described in this group.

(5) Remove the refrigerant lines from the compressor. Install plugs in, or tape over, all of the open refrigerant fittings.

(6) Remove the compressor mounting bolts, and lift the compressor from the mounting bracket.

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