Freelander (LN) V6-2.5L (2004)
Compressor HVAC: Removal and Replacement
Compressor - KV6
Service Repair No - 82.10.20
Remove
1. Disconnect battery earth lead.
2. Recover refrigerant from A/C system.
3. Remove underbelly panel.
4. Remove RH front road wheel.
5. Remove 3 bolts securing RH splash shield to body and remove shield.
6. Using a 3/8 inch square drive socket bar, raise ancillary drive belt tensioner and release drive belt from A/C compressor pulley.
7. Remove 2 bolts securing high and low pressure pipes to compressor. Release pipes from compressor, remove and discard 'O' rings.
CAUTION: Before disconnecting or removing components, ensure the immediate area around joint faces and connections are clean. Plug open
connections to prevent contamination.