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 InstallationSpecial Service Tools
Tools
(Number and name)
Illustration
Use
09431-45100
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