Preliminary Procedures

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
3. Remove engine shield. Refer to Engine Shield Replacement .
4. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
5. Disconnect the A/C compressor electrical connector.
6. Remove the air conditioning compressor hose. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Hose Replacement : Diesel → L4 → V6

1

A/C Compressor Bolts (Qty 3)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
22 N·m (16 lb ft)

2

A/C Compressor

1. Replacement of the desiccant cartridge is required upon new compressor replacement.
2. Install suction screen after a major compressor failure.

Tip

Special Tools

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector