A/C Compressor Thermal Protector Replacement

2009 Honda S2000 BaseSECTION A/C Compressor Thermal Protector Replacement
  1. Remove the bolt, the ground terminal (A), and the holder (B). Disconnect the field coil connector (C), then remove the thermal protector (D).
    Fig 1: Ground Terminal, Holder, Field Coil Connector And Thermal Protector With Torque Specifications
    G06232295Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Replace the thermal protector (A) with a new one, and apply silicone grease (P/N 08798-9028) (B) to the bottom of the thermal protector.
    Fig 2: Applying Silicone Grease To Bottom Of Thermal Protector
    G06232296Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Install the thermal protector in the reverse order of removal.
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