Compressor And Magnetic Clutch: Installation

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lexus LS 430. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. INSTALL COMPRESSOR 
    1. Install the compressor with the 3 bolts and bracket.

      Torque: 49 N.m (500 kgf.cm, 36 ft.lbf) 

    2. Install the nut.

      Torque: 30 N.m (300 kgf.cm, 22 ft.lbf) 

    3. Connect the connector.
  2. CONNECT DISCHARGE AND SUCTION HOSES 
    1. Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the hoses.
    2. Connect the both hoses with 2 nuts.

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

    NOTE: Hose should be connected immediately after the caps have been removed.
  3. INSTALL DRIVE BELT (See  INSTALLATION  ). 
  4. INSPECT DRIVE BELT TENSION (See  DRIVE BELT  ). 
  5. CONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE TO BATTERY 
  6. EVACUATE AIR FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM AND CHARGE SYSTEM WITH REFRIGERANT 

    Specified Amount: 

    Single A/C: 650 +/- 50 g (22.93 +/- 1.76 oz.) 

    Dual A/C: 900 +/- 50 g (31.74 +/- 1.76 oz.) 

  7. 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.

  8. INSPECT A/C OPERATION 
RENDER: 1.0x

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