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3.6L Engine

CAUTION:

If the A/C compressor is being replaced, be certain to adjust the refrigerant system oil level. Failure to properly adjust the refrigerant oil level will prevent the A/C system from operating as designed and can cause serious A/C compressor damage.

CAUTION:

The A/C receiver/drier must be replaced if an internal failure of the A/C compressor has occurred. Failure to replace the A/C receiver/drier can cause serious damage to the replacement A/C compressor.

GC0144582Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
NOTE:

When replacing multiple A/C system components, see the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be removed from the new A/C compressor. Refer to OIL, REFRIGERANT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .

NOTE:

Replacement of the refrigerant line O-ring seals and gaskets is required anytime a refrigerant line is disconnected. Failure to replace the rubber O-ring seals and metal gaskets could result in a refrigerant system leak.

  1. If the A/C compressor (2) is being replaced, the refrigerant oil in the old compressor must be first drained and measured. Then the oil in the new A/C compressor must be drained. Finally, the new compressor must be refilled with the same amount of new refrigerant oil that was drained out of the old compressor. When replacing multiple A/C system components, see the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system. Refer to OIL, REFRIGERANT, STANDARD PROCEDURE . Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
  2. Position the A/C compressor to the engine and install the two studs (3 and 7). Tighten the studs to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  3. Loosely install the two bolts (1).
  4. Reposition the heater tube and bracket (4) and loosely install the two nuts (5 and 6).
  5. Tighten the bolts and nuts to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.) using the following sequence:
    • Bolt at front compressor.
    • Nut at front compressor.
    • Bolt at rear compressor.
    • Nut at rear compressor.
  6. Install the front belly pan. Refer to BELLY PAN, INSTALLATION .
    GC0081068Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
    NOTE:

    Typical A/C compressor and refrigerant lines show.

  7. Remove the tape or plugs from the opened fittings on the A/C suction line (3) and the A/C discharge line (4) and the compressor ports.
  8. Lubricate new dual plane seals with clean refrigerant oil and install them onto the suction and the discharge line fittings. Use only the specified seals as they are made of a special material for the specific refrigerant in the system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
  9. Connect the suction and discharge lines onto the A/C compressor (5).
  10. Install the nuts (2) that secure the suction and discharge lines to the A/C compressor and tighten to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
  11. Connect the engine wire harness to the A/C clutch connector (1).
  12. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to BELT, SERPENTINE, INSTALLATION .
  13. Replace the A/C receiver/drier if the A/C compressor is being replaced due to an internal failure. Refer to DRIER, A/C RECEIVER, REMOVAL .
  14. Install the air cleaner housing. Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, INSTALLATION .
  15. Connect the negative battery cable. If equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS), connect the IBS connector.
  16. Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
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