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
1. Center Bolt
2. Hub Bolt
3. Hub Assembly
4. Snap Ring
5. Pulley
6. Compressor Assembly
7. Electric Control Valve
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Compressor Installation
1.
Make sure the compressor mounting bolt with the correct length
is screwed in. Tighten the mounting bolts with the specified tightening
order.
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See also:
Heater & A/C Control Unit (Manual) Replacement
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the center fascia panel
(A).
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Rear Wiper Motor Inspection
Rear Wiper Motor
1.
Remove the 4P connector from the rear wiper motor.
2.
Connect battery positive (+) and negative (-) cables to terminals ...
IMS Power Seat Control Inspection
1.
With the power seat switch in each position, make sure that continuity
exists between the terminals below. If continuity is not as specified,
replace the power seat ...
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