INSTALLING THE COMPRESSOR
Position the compressor.
- Fasten the compressor with screws, 3 pieces. M8
- Install the longest screw in the rear mounting
- Insert the screws
- Begin by tightening the longest M8
- Tighten the remaining 2 pieces. M8.
It is important to follow the installation instruction to make sure of the AC-compressor's position. In case of wrong installation order, the AC-compressor ends up at an angle. This leads to incorrect loading on the belt tensioner, as well as displacement of the belt and subsequent belt failure.
Connect the connector.
Install the pipe connections, 2 M8 (1) and (2). Ensure that the O-rings are securely located between the compressor and the pipes.
Tighten the screws.
Install the drive belts. See: ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT TENSIONER .
Vacuum pump the air conditioning (A/C) system. See: VACUUM PUMPING .
Fill the AC-system with refrigerant according to: REFRIGERANT, FILLING .
Leak trace the air conditioning (A/C) system. See: LEAK DETECTION, TRACER AGENT .