Compressor

COMPRESSOR

Removing

• drain air conditioning system;
• unscrew arrowed screws that fasten belt guard (1) to the engine;
• loosen support of belt tensioner (2) and prise belt (3) from compressor pulley (4);
• disconnect connector of compressor supply leads from connector (5) fastened to the top;
• unscrew screws fastening pipe fittings to inlet duct (A) and outlet duct (B) of compressor (for diesel versions, first disconnect engine oil lines from filter mount);
• after releasing pipe fittings from compressor, unscrew screws (6) that retain compressor to engine mount.

Refitting

Reverse operations described for removal, noting that belt must be tensioned at the end by adjusting belt tensioner.

Compressor inlet duct (A) is located on the left front side for petrol versions and on the right front side (opposite) for diesels.