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2007 Subaru Forester F4-2.5L DOHC Turbo
Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair
2007 Subaru Forester F4-2.5L DOHC TurboSECTION Service and Repair
Compressor
REMOVAL
1. Perform the compressor oil return operation.
2. Turn the A/C switch OFF and stop the engine.
3. Using the refrigerant recovery system, discharge refrigerant.
4. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
5. Remove the V-belt.
6. Remove the generator.
7. Remove the low-pressure hose and high-pressure hose.
8. Disconnect the compressor harness from body harness.
9. Loosen the bolts to remove compressor bracket.
10. Remove the bolts and then separate compressor and bracket.
INSTALLATION
1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
2. Replace the O-rings on low-/high-pressure hoses with new ones, then apply compressor oil.
3. When replacing compressor, adjust amount of compressor oil.
4. Charge refrigerant.
REMOVAL
1. Perform the compressor oil return operation.
2. Turn the A/C switch OFF and stop the engine.
3. Using the refrigerant recovery system, discharge refrigerant.
4. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
5. Remove the V-belt.
6. Remove the generator.
7. Remove the low-pressure hose and high-pressure hose.
8. Disconnect the compressor harness from body harness.
9. Loosen the bolts to remove compressor bracket.
10. Remove the bolts and then separate compressor and bracket.
INSTALLATION
1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
2. Replace the O-rings on low-/high-pressure hoses with new ones, then apply compressor oil.
3. When replacing compressor, adjust amount of compressor oil.
4. Charge refrigerant.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.