Kia Sorento: Compressor Removal
| 1. |
If the compressor is marginally operable, run the engine at idle
speed, and let the air conditioning work for a few minutes, then shut
the engine off.
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| 2. |
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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| 3. |
Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station.
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| 4. |
Remove the engine room under cover by loosening the mounting clip
(A) and bolts (B).
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| 5. |
Separate the front portion of the front wheel guard from the wheel
base.
(Refer to Body - "Body Side Moldings")
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| 6. |
Remove the engine room right side cover.
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| 7. |
Loosen the drive belt.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Drive Belt")
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| 8. |
Remove the bolts, then disconnect the suction line (A) and discharge
line (B) from the compressor.
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| 9. |
Disconnect the compressor switch connector.
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| 10. |
Remove the compressor by loosening the mounting bolts.
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Compressor Components
Compressor InstallationTroubleshooting
Symption
Suspect area
Remedy
Engine misfire with abnormal internal lower engine noises.
Worn crankshaft bearings
Loose or out of specification engine flywhe ...
Output Speed Sensor Removal
1.
Remove the valve body assembly.
(Refer to Hydraulic System - "Valve Body")
2.
Disconnect the input & output speed senso ...
Special Service Tools
Tools
(Number and name)
Illustration
Use
09200-3N000
Engine support fixture(Beam)
Removal and installation of the transaxle.
Except lo ...