Compressor And Magnetic Clutch: Installation

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Installation
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  1. INSTALL COMPRESSOR 
    1. Install the compressor with the stud bolt.

      Torque: 26 N.m (265 kgf.cm, 19 ft.lbf) 

    2. Install the 2 bolts and nut.

      Torque: 

      Bolt: 52 N.m (530 kgf.cm, 38 ft.lbf) 

      Nut: 52 N.m (530 kgf.cm, 38 ft.lbf) 

    3. Connect the connector.
    4. Install the compressor bracket with the 3 bolts.

      Torque: 

      bolt A: 39 N.m (400 kgf.cm, 29 ft.lbf) 

      bolt B: 52 N.m (530 kgf.cm, 38 ft.lbf) 

    5. Install the PS pump bracket with the bolt.

      Torque: 52 N.m (530 kgf.cm, 38 ft.lbf) 

  2. INSTALL PS PUMP 
    1. Install 2 PS pump set bolt.

      Torque: 58 N.m (590 kgf.cm, 43 ft.lbf) 

    2. Connect the engine wire.
    3. Connect the PS pump connector and wire harness clamp.
  3. CONNECT DISCHARGE AND SUCTION HOSES 

    Connect the both hoses with 2 nut.

    Torque: 10 N.m (100 kgf.cm, 7 ft.lbf) 

    NOTE: Hose should be connected immediately after the caps have been removed.

    HINT:

    Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the hoses.

  4. INSTALL DRIVE BELT (See  INSTALLATION   ) 
  5. INSPECT DRIVE BELT TENSION (See  DRIVE BELT   ) 
  6. CONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE TO BATTERY 
  7. EVACUATE AIR FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM AND CHARGE SYSTEM WITH REFRIGERANT 

    Specified amount: 600 +/- 50 g (21.16 +/- 1.76 oz.) 

  8. INSPECT FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGERANT 

    Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant. If there is leakage, check the tightening torque at the joints.

  9. INSPECT A/C OPERATION 
    Fig 1: Installing Compressor With Stud Bolt
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