For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Disconnect the compressor refrigerant line.

Remove the bolt (1).

3. Raise the vehicle to full height.
4. Remove the engine splash shield.

• | Remove the 4 bolts.

• | Open the 2 body-bound rivets.

5. Relieve the pressure on the ribbed V-belt and remove from the compressor. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
6. Disconnect the wiring harness plug for the compressor.

Release and disconnect the compressor wiring harness plug.

7. Disconnect and remove the compressor from the main bracket.

Remove the 3 bolts (1).

### Installation Procedure

1. Determine quantity of compressor lubricant and top up.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Insert the compressor and attach to the main bracket.

Tighten
Tighten the 3 bolts to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).

3. Position the ribbed V-belt on the compressor. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
4. Connect the wiring harness plug for the compressor.
5. Install the engine splash shield.

Tighten
Tighten the 4 bolts to 8 N·m (70 lb in).

6. Fasten the 2 body-bound rivets.
7. Lower the vehicle to the ground.
8. Install the refrigerant line to the compressor.
9. Replace the 2 seal rings.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

10. Recharge the air conditioning system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .