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ac compressor removal.

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EXTRPR50

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I ve searched the archives, no luck. Im looking for anything more on the removal and install on the compressor, except for needing the quick disconnect tool. Or is it really that simple by removing a couple of bolts?
What about the lines going into the compressor?
 

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there is a bolt that holds that line on the compressor(I think) and there are 4 bolts holding the compressor on the bracket and the electrical plug. pretty easy to take off.
 

95strokerPSU

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I removed my a/c completely and from what I remember it really was just that easy. Get the system drained and then get the quick disconnect tools. Are you trying to replace the compressor or remove your a/c? Which one is the compressor, the cylinder on the firewall or the thing in front of the radiator?
 

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the compressor is the one with the pulley on it!
 

BlownFiveLiter

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It's a simple procedure. There's a couple bolts holding it to the engine (not sure how many, but I changed mine last year), and one bolt that holds the block where the high and low pressure lines attach to the back of the compressor itself. If your AC system is already evacuated, it's a 25-30 minute job.
 

EXTRPR50

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Hey, thanx for the help guys! Yeah, I just want to get the bad one off and get a used one from a yard. Are there seals or anything needed to put it back in? Like seals where the block goes? I have just heard about a.c. seals that go bad, and didnt know if I needed them. Thanx again
 

Methodical

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EXTRPR50 said:
Hey, thanx for the help guys! Yeah, I just want to get the bad one off and get a used one from a yard. Are there seals or anything needed to put it back in? Like seals where the block goes? I have just heard about a.c. seals that go bad, and didnt know if I needed them. Thanx again
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There are seals on the end of the hard lines going into the A/C compressor but they should still be good, just inspect them. If bad if I remember correctly you can purchase from the dealership. Or do they make you buy the entire a/c line - just check with your dealer. But I think they will probably still be good. Just put some of the old R134a from the old compressor on the seals if not already on them - no oil or grease.
 

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Thanx Methodical.
 

BlownFiveLiter

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Methodical said:
Just put some of the old R134a from the old compressor on the seals if not already on them - no oil or grease.
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Huh? R134a is gas when exposed to the atmosphere. Put some of the PAG oil on the o-rings when you refill your system and you should be all set.
 
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