AIR

CONDITIONING
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GENERAL .......................................................................... 2

HEATER ............................................................................ 7

BLOWER ........................................................................... 9

VENTILATOR .................................................................... 11

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM .................................... 13

AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE ................................... 15

COMPRESSOR ............................................................... 33

CONDENSER .................................................................. 42

RECEIVER DRIER ........................................................ 44

EVAPORATOR ................................................................ 46

REFRIGERANT LINE .................................................... 50

97-2 GENERAL

SPECIFICATION (R-134a)

Heater unit
Type Three-way-flow full-air-mix system
Heating Capacity 3800 Kcal/h
Heater control assembly Rotary type (Vacuum Control System)
Air Conditioning
Cooling capacity 3700 Kcal/h
Compressor
Model FX15 (Swash Plate Type)
Refrigerant unit lubricant, cc (cu. in) PAG oil FD46XG or Equivalant, 140-160 (8.5-9.7)
No. of cylinders and displacement CC/Rev 5 cylinders, 154

Dual pressure switch

High pressure switch OFF 32±2 kg/cm (3,138 kPa, 455 psi)
ON 26±2 kg/cm (2,550 kPa, 370 psi)
Low pressure switch OFF 2.0 kg/cm (200 kPa, 28 psi)
ON 2.25±0.2 kg/cm (220 kPa, 32 psi)
Freezer prevention (Built -in evaporator) Thermostatic switch (Electrical type with thermistor)
OFF : 1.5±1oC (34.7±1.8oF)
ON : 4.3±1oC (39.7±1.8oF)
Pressure relief valve
Working pressure MIN. 35.0 kg/cm2 (498 psi), MAX. 42.2 kg/cm2 (600 psi)
Resealed pressure MIN. 28.1 kg/cm2 (400 psi)
Refrigerant and quantity R-134a, Approx. 680 g (1.5 Ibs)

SERVICE STANDARDS

Amount of deflection of V belt

New belt 5-5.5 mm (0.20-0.21 in.)
Used belt 6-7 mm (0.23-0.28 in.)
After driving 8 mm (0.31 in.)
Clutch clearance 0.35-0.75 mm (0.01-0.03 in.)
V belt size
Type 4 PK
Length 940 mm (37.0 in.)
 GENERAL 97-3

SPECIAL TOOLS

Tool Use
illustration
(Number and name)

09977-34000 Removal and installation of pressure

Pressure plate bolt remover plate

09977-33700 Removal and installation of the shaft

Shaft seal remover and seal.
installer

09977-33800 Removal of snap ring.

Snap ring remover

09455-34000 Removal of field coil.

Bearing and gear puller
 GENERAL

LOCATION OF COMPONENTS
 GENERAL 97-5

VACUUM SYSTEM SYMPTOM AND PROBABLE CAUSE

Fan speed control lever Floor Defroster/Floor

Recirc/Fresh Defroster
control button Air flow control lever Temp. control lever
97-6 GENERAL

Symptom Probable cause

On “FLOOR” position. All air through o Blue and/or red vacuum hose pinched or disconnected at vacuum
defroster or DEF/FLOOR. motor.
o Black source hose pinched or disconnected at the connector.
o Engine compartment vacuum source hose pinched or discon-
nected at the vacuum manifold.
o Defective vacuum motor.

On “DEF/FLOOR” position. All air through o Blue hose pinched or disconnected at vacuum motor.
defroster. o Blue vacuum hoses installed improperly (reversed).
o Black source hose pinched or disconnected at the connector.
o Engine compartment vacuum source hose pinched or discon-
nected at the vacuum manifold.
o Defective vacuum manifold.

On “PANEL VENTS” position. All air o Yellow vacuum hose pinched or disconnected at vacuum motor.
through defroster. o Black source hose pinched or disconnected at the connector.
o Engine compartment vacuum source hose pinched or discon-
nected at the vacuum manifold.
o Defective vacuum motor.

On “PANEL/FLOOR” position. All air o Yellow vacuum hose pinched or disconnected at vacuum motor.
through defroster or panel o Blue hose pinched or disconnected at vacuum motor.
o Black source hose pinched or disconnected at the connector.
o Engine compartment vacuum source hose pinched or discon-
nected at the vacuum manifold.
o Defective vacuum motor.

On “DEF” position. (No vacuum) o White vacuum hose disconnected at the connector or recirc duct
On “RECIRC” position. All air through vacuum motor.
fresh. o Black source hose pinched or disconnected at the connector.
o Engine compartment vacuum source hose pinched or discon-
nected at the vacuum manifold.
o Defective vacuum motor.
 HEATER 97-7

HEATER

COMPONENTS
97-8 HEATER

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the negative terminal at the battery.
2. Drain the coolant from the radiator.
3. Remove the heater hoses and the evaporator water drain
hose.
4. Remove the suction line and the liquid line.

5. Remove the console assembly (Refer to BODY GROUP).

6. Remove the glove box assembly, main lower crash pad assem-
bly and lower crash pad center facia panel assembly (Refer to
BODY GROUP).
7. Remove the heater control assembly.

8. Remove the lower crash pad center skin assembly (Refer to

BODY GROUP).
9. Remove the crash pad center support bracket assembly (Refer
to BODY GROUP).
10. Remove the rear heating joint duct assembly.

11. Remove the heater unit assembly.

INSPECTION
1. Check the linkage mechanism for operation.
2. Check the heater core for restrictions or leakage.
 BLOWER ASSEMBLY 97-9

BLOWER ASSEMBLY

COMPONENTS

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

1. Remove the glove box housing cover assembly.
2. Remove the lower crash pad assembly.
3. Disconnect the resistor and blower motor connector.
4. Loosen the three mounting bolts for evaporator unit.
5. Remove the three nuts from the blower unit mounting bracket.
6. Pull out the blower unit and then disconnect the fresh/recirc
vacuum connector.
7. Installation is the reverse of removal.
97-10 BLOWER ASSEMBLY

INSPECTION
1. Check for bending or abnormal deflection of the rotating shaft
of the blower motor assembly.
2. Check for cracking or deterioration of the packing.
3. Check for damage to the fan.
4. Check for damage to the blower case.
5. Check the operation of the inside/outside selection damper,
and for damage.6
6. Connect the blower motor terminals directly to the battery and
check that the blower motor operates smoothly.
7. Next, reverse the polarity and check that the blower motor
operates smoothly in the reverse direction.

8. Using an ohmmeter, check that there is continuity between

terminals 1 and 2.
If there is no continuity, replace the resistor.
 VENTILATOR 97-11

VENTILATOR

COMPONENTS
97-12 VENTILATOR

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

1. Remove the main crash pad assembly (Refer to BODY GROUP)
2. Remove the side air vent louver duct assembly (LH/RH).

3. Remove the side air vent hose assembly (LH/RH).

4. Remove the side air vent louver assembly (LH/RH).

5. Remove the heater connection assembly.

6. Remove the defroster nozzle assembly.
7. Remove the side defroster nozzle assembly (LH/RH).
8. Remove the crash pad upper cover assembly.

9. Remove the rear heating joint duct assembly and rear heating
side duct assembly (LH/RH).
10. installation is the reverse of removal procedures.
 AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM 97-13

AIR CONDITIONING COMPONENTS

97-14 AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

REFRIGERATION CYCLE

High pressure and Low pressure and low

high temperature gas temperature liquid

High pressure and high Low pressure and low

temperature liquid temperature gas.
 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE 97-15

GENERAL SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. R-134a liquid refrigerant is highly volatile. A drop on the skin
could result in localized frostbite. When handling the refrigerant,
be sure to wear gloves.
2. If the refrigerant splashes into your eyes, wash them with clean
water immediately. It is standard practice to wear goggles or
glasses to protect your eyes, and gloves to protect your hands.
3. The R-134a container is highly pressurized, never leave it in a
hot place, and check that the storage temperature is below 52°C
(126°F).
4. A halide leak detector is often used to check the system for
refrigerant leakage. Bear in mind that R-134a, upon coming into
contact with flame (this detector burns propane to produce a
small flame), produces phosgene, a toxic gas.
5. Use only recommended lubricant for R-134a A/C system com-
ponents. If lubricants other than recommended one used, sys-
tem failure may occur.
6. The PAG lubricant absorbs moisture from the atmosphere at a
rapid rate, therefore the following precautions must be ob-
served.
-. When removing refrigerant components from a vehicle cap
immediately the components to prevent A/C system from the
entry of moisture.
-. When installing refrigerant components to a vehicle, do not
remove the cap until just before connecting the components.
-. Complete the connection of all refrigerant tubes and hoses
without delay to prevent the A/C system from entry of
moisture.
-. Use the recommended lubricant from a sealed container
only.
7. If accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate the work area
before resuming service.

WHEN REPLACEING PARTS ON A/C SYSTEM

1. Never open or loosen a connection before discharging the
system.
2. Seal the open fittings with a cap or plug immediately in discon-
nected parts to prevent intrusion of moisture and dust.
3. Do not remove the sealing caps from a replacement component
until it is ready to be installed.
4. Before connecting an open fitting, always install a new sealing
ring. Coat the fitting and seal with refrigerant oil before making
the connection.
97-18 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE

HOW TO INSTALL CONNECTING PARTS

Bolt/nut coupling type
1. Lubricate O-ring fittings with compressor oil for easy tightening
and to prevent leaking of refrigerant gas.
2. Tighten the nut using two wrenches to avoid twisting the tube.
3. Tighten the O-ring fittings to the specified torque.

Flange With Guide Pin Type

1. Check for missing or damaged the new O-ring (use only
specified one) and lubricate with compressor oil.
2. Hand tighten the nut or bolt by pushing the one side pipe.
3. Tighten the nut or bolt to the specified torque.
 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE 97-17

HOW IS THE MAGNETIC CLUTCH ENERGIZED ?

The general process until the magnetic clutch is energized as shown below.

o Engine run (MPI ENG’ ONLY)

Blower relay “ON” (Blower Motor “RUN”)

A/C main power supply

Engine
Speed signal Refer to page 97-49
(MPI ENG
ONLY) Refer to page 97-45

Engine coolant temperature falls below 110oC.

(M/EAST AREA ONLY)

Idle up control to target RPM by controlling ISC Servo

97-18 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE

1. Close both hand valves of manifold gauge set.

2. Install charging hoses of gauge set to service ports. Connect
the low pressure hose to the low pressure service port in the
suction pipe and the high pressure hose to the high pressure
service port in the discharge hose.
3. Tighten the hose nuts by hand.

DISCHARGING THE REFRIGERANT

SYSTEM
1. Connect the manifold gauge set to the system.
2. Place the free end of the center hose on a shop towel.
3. Slowly open the high-pressure hand valve to adjust the refrig-
erant flow. Open the valve slightly.
NOTE:
If refrigerant is allowed to escape too fast, compressor
oil will be drawn out of the system.
4. Check the shop towel to make sure no oil is being discharged.
If oil is present, partially close the hand valve.
5. After the manifold gauge reading drops below 434 kPa (3.5 kg/
cm2, 50 psi), slowly open the low-pressure hand valve.
6. As the system pressure drops, gradually open both the high
and the low-pressure hand valves until both gauges read 1 kPa
(0 kg/cm2, 0 psi).
 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE 97-19

EVACUATING REFRIGERANT SYSTEM

NOTE:
It is necessary to evacuate the air conditioning system any
time the system has been opened. Evacuation is necessary to
purge all of that air and moisture that may have entered the
system.
After installation of a component, the system should be
evacuated for approximately 15 minutes. A component in
service that has been opened for repair should be evacuated
for 30 minutes.
1. Engine should be off.
2. Connect a manifold gauge set to the service ports. Close both
high and low pressure valves.
3. Make sure the refrigerant has been discharged from the sys-
tem.
4. Connect the center hose of the gauge set to the vacuum pump
inlet.
5. Start the vacuum pump and then open the high and low
manifold pressure valves.
6. After about ten minutes, check that the low pressure gauge
reads more than 94.39 kPa (0.96 kg/cm2, 28" HG) vacuum. If
negative pressure can not be obtained, there is a leak in the
system. In this case, repair the leak as described in the
following.
1) Close both the manifold valves and stop the vacuum pump.
2) Charge the system with a can of refrigerant [about 0.4 kg
(0.9 lb)]. Refer to Charging Refrigerant.
3) Check for refrigerant leakage with a leak detector.
4) Repair any leakage found. Refer to Checking Refrigerant
Leaks.
5) Discharge the system again, and then evacuate the sys-
tem.
7. Start the vacuum pump.
8. Open both manifold pressure valves to obtain 94.39 kPa (0.96
kg/cm2, 28" HG) of vacuum.
9. After the low pressure manifold gauge indicates as close to
94.39 kPa (0.96 kg/cm2, 28” HG) as possible, continue
evacuating for 15 minutes.
10. After evacuating for 15 minutes, close both manifold pressure
valves and stop the vacuum pump. Disconnect the hose from
the vacuum pump. The system is now ready for charging.
97-20 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE

HANDLING REFRIGERANT SERVICE TAP

VALVE
1. Before connecting the valve to the refrigerant container, turn
the handle fully counterclockwise.
2. Turn the adapter counterclockwise until it reaches its highest
position.
3. Connect the center hose to the valve fitting. Turn the adapter
fully clockwise by hand.
4. Turn the handle clockwise to make a hole in the sealed top.
5. Turn the handle fully counterclockwise to fill the center hose
with air. Do not open the high and low-pressure hand valves.
6. Loosen the center hose nut connected to the center fitting of the
manifold gauge.
7. Allow air to escape for a few seconds, and then tighten the nut.

CHARGING REFRIGERANT SYSTEM

(VAPOR)
NOTE
This step is to charge the system through the low pressure
side with refrigerant in a vapor state. When the refrigerant
container is placed rightside up, refrigerant will enter the
system as a vapor.

1. Install the refrigerant can tap valve as described in Handling the

Refrigerant Service Tap Valve section.
2. Open the low pressure valve. Adjust the valve so that the low
pressure gauge does not read over 412 kPa (4.2 kg/cm2 60 psi)
3. Put the refrigerant in a pan of warm water (maximum tempera-
ture 40°C or (104oF)-to keep vapor pressure in the container
slightly higher than vapor pressure in the system.
4. Run the engine at fast idle, and operate the air conditioner.
NOTE:
Be sure to keep the container upright to prevent liquid
refrigerant from being charged into the system through
the suction side, resulting in possible damage to the
compressor.
5. Charge the system to the specified amount. Then, close the low
pressure valve.
Specified amount : 680 g (1.5 Ibs)
 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE 97-21

When refrigerant charging speed is slow, immerse the refrigerant

can in water, heated to a temperature of about 40°C (104°F).
WARNING
o Under no circumstances should the refrigerant can be warmed
in water heated to a temperature of over 52°C (126°F).
o A blow torch or stove must never be used to warm up the can.

CHARGING REFRIGERANT SYSTEM

(LIQUID)
NOTE
This step is to charge an empty system through the high
pressure side with refrigerant in a liquid state. When the
refrigerant container is held upside down, refrigerant will
enter the system as a liquid.

CAUTION:
Never run the engine when charging the system through the
high pressure side.
Do not open the low pressure valve when the system is being
charged with liquid refrigerant.

1. Cloes both the high and low pressure valves completely after
the system is evacuated.
2. Install the refrigerant tap valve as described in “Handling
Refrigerant Service Tap Valve” section.
3. Open the high pressure valve fully, and keep the container
upside down.
4. Charge the system to the specified amount by weighing the
refrigerant with a scale. Overcharging will cause discharge
pressure (high side) to rise. Then, close the high pressure
valve.
Specified amount : 680 g (1.5 Ibs)
NOTE:
If the low pressure gauge does not show a reading, the
system is restricted and must be repaired.

5. After the specified amount of refrigerant has been charged into

the system, close the manifold gauge valve.
6. Check that there are no leaks in the system with a leak detector.
Refer to Checking Refrigerant Leaks.
NOTE:
Conducting a preformance test prior to removing the
manifold gauge is a good service operation.
97-22 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE

COMPRESSOR OIL LEVEL CHECK

The oil used to lubricate the compressor circulates in the system
while the compressor is operating. Whenever replacing any com-
ponent of the system or when a large amount of gas leakage
occurs, add oil to maintain the original total amount of oil.
Total amount of oil in the system: 140-160 cc (8.5-9.7 in.)

Adding Oil for Replacement Component Parts

When replacing the system’s component parts, be sure to add the
following amount of oil to the parts being replaced.
Component parts Amount of oil
to be replaced cc (in.)
Evaporator core 40 (2.4)
Condenser 25 (1.5)
Receiver drier 40 (2.4)
Compressor 30 (1.8)
Tube, hose 15 (0.9)

Electronic Leak Detector

The leak detector is a delicate device that detects small amounts of
halogen.
In order to use the device properly, read the manuals supplied
by the manufacturer to perform the specified maintenance and
inspections.

If a gas leak is detected, proceed as follows:

1. Check the torque on the connection fitting and, if necessary,
tighten to the proper torque, Check for leakage with the leak
detector.
2. If leakage continues even after the fitting has been retightened,
discharge the refrigerant from the system, disconnect the
fitting, and check the seat for damage. Replace fitting, even if
the damage is slight.
3. Check compressor oil and add oil if required.
4. Charge the system and recheck for leaks. If no leaks are found,
evacuate and charge the system.
 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE 97-23

PERFORMANCE TEST
1. Install the manifold gauge set.
2. Run the engine at 2,000 rpm and set the controls for maximum
cooling and high blower speed.
3. Keep all windows and doors open.
4. Place a dry-bulb thermometer in the cool air outlet.
5. Place a psychrometer close to the inlet of the cooling unit.
6. Check that the reading on the high pressure gauge is 1,373-
1,575 kPa (14-16 kg/cm2, 199-228 psi).
If the reading is too high, pour water on the condenser.
If the reading to too low, cover the front of the condenser.
7. Check that the reading on the dry-bulb thermometer at the air
inlet at 2535°C (77-95°F).
8. Calculate the relative humidity from the psychrometric graph by
comparing the wet-and dry-bulb reading of the psychrometer at
the air inlet.

HOW TO READ THE GRAPH:

After measuring the temperatures of the wet and
dry-bulb thermometers at the evaporator air inlet,
relative humidity (%) can be obtained
Example: Dry-and wet-bulb temperatures at the
evaporator air inlet are 25°C (77°F) and 19.5oC
(67°F) respectively, the point of intersection of the
dotted lines in the graph is 60%.

WET-BULB TEMPERATURE [oC(oF)]

100
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10

9. Measure the dry-bulb temperature at the cool air outlet, and

calculate the difference between the inlet dry-bulb and outlet
dry-bulb temperatures.
10. Check that the intersection of the relative humidity and tem-
perature difference is between the two hatched lines. If the
intersection is within the two lines, cooling performance is
satisfactory.
97-24 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE

PERFORMANCE TEST DIAGNOSIS

The test gauge indicators shown on the following chapter are to be used as typical examples of common problems which
you may need to diagnose.
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97-26 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE
 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE 97-27

GAUGE READINGS OTHER SYMPTOMS DIAGNOSIS CORRECTION

High side o Discharge air: o Expansion 1. Discharge system.

HIGH HIGH Warm. valve 2. Replace expansion valve,
o Evaporator: stuck making sure all contacts
Sweating or open are clean and secure.
frost. 3. Evacuate system using
vacuum pump, then rech-
arge system with refrigerant.
4. Operate system and check
performance.
 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE

TROUBLESHOOTING-Malfunction Causes and Remedies.

You will find the cause of the malfunction easily by using the following diagnostic chart. In this chart, the numbers indicate
the order of priority of the cause of malfunction.

MALFUNCTION CAUSES AND REMEDIES (Numbers indicate checking/inspection order.)

AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE 97-29
97-30 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE
 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE 97-31

AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH CHECK

1. Remove the air conditioning switch with connector still con-
nected.
2. Measure voltage between terminal 4 of A/C switch (110) con-
nector and body ground when blower switch is on and off.

If not ok, check fuse No. 18 and blower circuit.

If ok, perform next check 3.
3. Disconnect the I10 connector from the air conditioning switch.
4. Check continuity between terminal 4 and 5 of air conditioning
switch.
If not ok, replace the air conditioning switch.

BLOWER SWITCH CHECK

1. Remove the heater control assembly with connector still con-
nected.
2. Connect jumperwire between M62;2 terminal and body ground.
3. Measure voltage between terminal 6 of blower switch (M62)
connector and body ground when blower switch is and off.
If not ok, check fuse No. 12 and blower relay.
If ok, perform next check 3.
4. Disconnect the blower switch (M62) connector from the heater
control unit assembly.
5. Check continuity between blower switch terminals.

5. If not ok, replace the blower switch.

97-32 AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE

POWER RELAY CHECK

AIR CONDITIONING RELAY, RADIATOR FAN
CONTROL RELAY AND CONDENSER FAN
RELAY.
1. Remove the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the cover of relay box located in engine compartment.
3. Remove the relays from relay box.
4. Check for continuity between the terminals.

When power Between terminals 2 - 4

is supplied Continuity
Between terminals 1 - 3

When power Between terminals 2 - 4 No Continuity

is not supplied
Between terminals 1 - 3 Continuity

BLOWER FAN RELAY

1. Remove the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the of relay box located behind the crash pad.
3. Remove the relay and check for continuity between the termi-
nals.

When power Between terminals 2 - 4

is supplied Continuity
Between terminals 1 - 3
When power Between terminals 2 - 4 No Continuity
is not supplied
Between terminals 1 - 3 Continuity
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ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
Magnetic clutch
1. Check compressor drive belt tension.
2. Start engine.
3. Inspect clutch bearing for noise.
1) Check for abnormal noise from the compressor when the A/
con switch is off.
3) If abnormal noise is being emitted, replace the compressor
pulley bearing or magnetic clutch.

4. Stop engine.
5. Make the following visual checks.
1) Leakage of grease from the clutch bearing.
2) Signs of oil on the pressure plate or rotor.
Repair or replace, as necessary.

6. Inspect operation
1) Disconnect the connector from the compressor magnetic
clutch.
2) Connect the positive lead from the battery to the terminal
on the magnetic clutch connector and the negative - lead to
the body ground.
3) Check that the magnetic clutch is energized.
If operation is not as specified, replace the magnetic clutch.

COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT

Satisfactory performance of the air conditioning system is depen-
dent upon drive belt condition and tension. If the proper tensions
are not maintained, belt slippage will greatly reduce air conditioning
performance and drive belt life. To avoid such adverse effects, the
following service procedure should be followed.
1) Any belt that has operated for a minimum of one half-hour is
considered to be a "used" belt. Adjust air conditioning drive belt
at the time of new-car preparation,
2) Check drive belt tension at regular service intervals and adjust
as needed.
 COMPRESSOR

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

LOCATION

1. Loosen the tenston pulley and then remove the V belt.

2. Discharge the refrigerant. (Refer to page to 97-18)
3. Disconnect the magnetic clutch.

4. Remove the discharge hose and suction hose.

5. Remove the compressor.
6. Installation is the reverse of removal.
 COMPRESSOR 97-35

COMPONENTS

CLUTCH HUB AND PULLEY

Removal
1. Remove the clutch hub retaining bolt with the aid of a spanner
wrench.

2. Pull the clutch hub and shims from the compressor shaft. If the
hub cannot be pulled from the compressor shaft, screw an 8-
mm bolt into the shaft hole of the clutch hub to force the hub from
the shaft.
97-36 COMPRESSOR

3. Remove the pulley retaining snap ring.

4. Pull the pulley and bearing assembly from the compressor.

Installation
1. Clean the pulley bearing surface of the compressor head to
remove any dirt or corrosion.
2. Install the pulley and bearing assembly on the compressor. The
bearing is a slip fit on the compressor head and, if properly
aligned, should slip on the compressor head.

3. Install the pulley retaining snap ring with the bevel side of the
snap ring out.

4. Place one nominal thickness spacer shim inside the hub spline
opening and slide the hub on the end of the compressor shaft.
 COMPRESSOR

5. Thread a new hub retaining bolt into the end of the compressor
shaft. Tighten the hub retaining bolt.

Tightening torque : 10-15 Nm (100-150 kg.cm, 7-11 Ib.ft)

NOTE
Do not use air tools.

6. Check the clutch air gap between the clutch hub and the pulley
mating surfaces with a feeler gauge. The air gap should be as
follows:

Between 0.014 and 0.030 inches.

Check at three locations equally spaced around the pulley.

7. If the clutch air gap is not within the dimensions specified above,
repeat steps 4 through 6 with the various thickness shims until
the air gap is between the specified limits.

CLUTCH FIELD COIL

Removal
1. Remove the clutch hub and pulley following the procedure
given.
2. Install shaft protector tool on the nose opening of the compres-
sor.
3. Install the puller on the compressor as shown in the illustration,
Place the tip of the puller forcing screw on the center dimple of
the shaft protector and the jaws of the puller around the back
side of the field coil.
4. Tighten the forcing screw with a wrench to pull the coil loose
from the compressor front head.
NOTE
DO NOT USE AIR TOOLS.
97-36 COMPRESSOR

Installation
1. Clean the coil press diameter of the front head to remove any
dirt or corrosion.
2. With the compressor in a vertical position (nose up), place the
coil in position on the front head of the compressor. Assure that
the clutch coil electrical connector is positioned correctly.

3. Place the coil pressing tool in position over the compressor

nose and the inner radius of the field coil.
4. Position an eight (8) inch, two jaw puller to the compressor and
pressing tool as shown in the illustration. The jaws of the puller
should be firmly engaged with the rear side of the compressor
front mounts and the forcing screw should be piloted on the
center of the pressing tool.
5. Tighten the forcing screw with a wrench by hand untill the coil
is pressed completely onto the compressor front head. Check
to assure that the field coil bottoms against the front head at all
points around the coil outer diameter.
6. Install the clutch pulley and hub on the compressor as outlined.

Shaft Seal
The refrigerant system must be discharged and the compressor
must be removed from the vehicle prior to replacing the compressor
shaft seal.

REMOVAL
1. Remove the clutch hub from the compressor.
2. Remove the shaft seal felt from the nose of the compressor with
a pick type tool.
3. Blow any debris from inside the compressor nose with low
pressure compressed air. Then, clean the inside and outside
nose area of the compressor with a lint-free cloth to remove any
oil and dirt.
 COMPRESSOR 97-39

4. Remove the shaft seal retaining snap ring from inside the
compressor nose with Snap Ring Remover as follows:

Removing FX15 Shaft Seal Retaining Snap Ring.

o Insert tip of Snap Ring Remover into one of the snap ring
eyes (View A).
o Rotate the Snap Ring Remover to position the tool tip and
snap ring eye closest to the compressor shaft (View B).
o Pull the Snap Ring Remover tool up quickly while keeping
the tool shaft against the side of the nose opening to
remove the snap ring (View C).

5. Position the Shaft Seal Remove Tool (09977-33700) over the

compressor shaft and push the tool into the nose of the
compressor and down against the shaft seal. Engage the end
of the tool with the internal diameter of the shaft seal. While
holding the hex part of the tool, turn the tool handle clockwise
to expand the tool tip inside the seal inner radius. Then, pull the
shaft seal from the compressor with the tool.
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Installation
1. Obtain a new shaft seal kit. Carefully remove the contents from
the package and locate the plastic shaft seal protector. Inspect
the protector for any burrs or other damage. Do not use the
protector if it is damaged. Obtain another shaft seal kit and use
the protector from it.
2. Using a clean lint-free cloth, clean the shaft and the seal pocket
inside the compressor nose.

3. Dip the shaft seal protector and seal in clean refrigerant oil and
position the seal on the protector with the lip of the seal pointing
toward the large end of the protector.

4. Place the seal protector with shaft seal over the end of the
compressor shaft.

5. Place the shaft seal installer tool over the end of the shaft seal
protector. Then, slowly push the shaft seal down the protector
until it is seated in the compressor.

6. Remove the seal installer and seat protector from the

compressor.
7. Place a new seal retaining snap ring into the compressor nose
opening and seat the snap ring into the groove with the remover
tool.
8. Leak test the shaft seal installation after rotating the shaft about
10 revolutions with the clutch hub.
9. Install a new felt into the compressor nose.
10. Install the clutch hub on the compressor as outlined in this
section.
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HEAD GASKETS AND/OR O-RING SEALS

This service procedure was not approved for the FX-15 Compres-
sor at the time this section was approved for printing.

HEAD REPLACEMENT
Head replacement on the FX-15 compressor is not an authorized
service procedure at the time this section was approved for publi-
cation.
97-42 CONDENSER

CONDENSER

COMPONENT

TORQUE : Nm (kg.cm, Ib.ft)

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. Check the condenser fins for blockages or damage. If the fins
are clogged, clean them with compressed air. If the fins are
bent, straighten them with a screwdriver or a pair of pliers.
2. Check the condenser fittings for leakage. Repair or replace if
necessary.

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

1. Discharge the refrigerant from the A/C system
2. Drain the radiator coolant.
3. Remove the radiator inlet and outlet hose.
4. For vehicles with an automatic transaxle, disconnect the oil
cooler from the automatic transaxle.
 CONDENSER 97-43

5. Remove the radiator assembly.

a) Remove the radiator mounting bolt.
b) Remove the radiator with the fan motor.

6. Disconnect the discharge hose and the liquid tube.

7. After removing the condenser mounting bolts (2EA), remove

condenser assembly.

INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse of removal.
NOTE
When a condenser is replaced, it will be necessary to
replace the receiver-drier.
97-44 RECEIVER DRIER

RECEIVER DRIER

COMPONENTS

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. Check the sight glass, fusible plug and the fittings for leakage,
using a leak detector.
2. Check the receiver-drier for clogging.
(a) Run the engine at fast idle with the air conditioner ON.
(b) Check both the inlet and outlet temperatures. If difference
in temperatures between the inlet and outlet is large,
replace the receiver-drier,

REMOVAL

1. Discharge the air conditioner system.

2. Disconnect the two liquid line pipes from the receiver-drier.
3. Remove the receiver-drier from the bracket.
NOTE
Plug the all open fittings immediately to keep moisture out
of the system.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the receiver-drier in the bracket.
NOTE
Do not remove the blind plugs until ready for connection.
2. Connect the two liquid line pipes to the receiver drier at
specified torque.
3. If the receiver-drier is replaced with a new unit, add 40 cc’s of
compressor oil to the compressor.
 RECEIVER DRIER 97-45

DUAL PRESSURE SWITCH

The dual pressure switch is a combination of the low pressure switch
(for checking the quantity of refrigerant) and the high pressure switch
(for prevention of overheating). It is installed in the receiver, and,
when the pressure becomes approximately 200 KPa (28 psi) or
lower, the compressor stops, thus preventing the compressor from
being damaged by heat .
When the pressure reaches 3,138 KPa (455 psi) or higher, the
compressor stops, thus preventing overheating. There is generally
no necessity for inspection; if, however, an unusual condition, such
as non-operation of the compressor is encountered, check by
following the procedures below.
(1) Check for continuity of the dual pressure switch.

(2) If there is an insufficient amount of refrigerant, check the

refrigerant amount by looking through the sight glass of the
receiver; supply refrigerant is necessary.
(3) Set the gauge manifold in pace and check whether or not the
pressure at the high pressure side has become the dual
pressure switch activation pressure.
(4) Replace the switch if, under ordinary conditions, there is no
continuity.
97-46 EVAPORATOR

EVAPORATOR

COMPONENTS

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery.
2. Discharge the refrigerant from the system.
3. Remove the air intake hose.
4. Disconnect the suction and liquid lines.
 EVAPORATOR 97-47

- 5. Remove the water drain hose from the evaporator.

6. Remove the grommet cover from the dash pannel. (2 screws)

7. Remove the glove box assembly. (3 screws)

8. Remove the side lower crash pad. (6 screws)

9. Remove the ash tray.

10. Remove the lower crash pad center facia panel and disconnect
the connectors.
NOTE : Using a screwdriver, pry loose one clip.
* Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

11. Remove the radio and disconnect the connectors.

 EVAPORATOR

12. Remove 4 mounting bolts for heater control unit assembly.

13. Remove the main lower crash pad. (14 screws)

14. Disconnect the connectors for blower resistor (M63), blower

motor (M61), thermostatic switch (112) and the vacuum hose
from the recirce/fresh vacuum motor.

15. Remove the blower motor and the evaporator assembly. (2

bolts and 3 nuts)
16. Installation is the reverse of removal.
 EVAPORATOR 97-49

INSPECTION
o Check for damage of evaporator fin.
o Check for damage or collapse of drain hose.
o Check for peeling or cracking of the insulator

THERMOSTATIC SWITCH (With Thermistor)

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. Remove the glove box and the lower crash pad (If necessary)
2. Turn the blower and the A/C switches ON
3. Start the engine.
4.With the I12 connector in coupled state, install a voltmeter
between I 12:2 and I 12:3(-) terminal and check whether there
is change in voltage between terminals according to the
temperature of the evaporator surface.
* Thermostatic switch operating characteristics

NOTE: This test should be carried out on the back probes of

the thermostatic switch connector (112) when it is in
coupled state.
5. If above condition is not satisfied, remove the evaporator unit
and replace the thermostatic switch.
97-50 REFRIGERANT LINE

HANDLING TUBING AND FITTINGS

The internal parts of the refrigeration system will remain in a state of chemical stability as long as pure-moisture free
refrigerant and refrigerant oil is used. Abnormal amounts of dirt, moisture or air can upset the chemical stability and cause
troubles or even serious damage.
The following precautions must be observed
1. When it is necessary to open the refrigeration system, have everything you will need to service the system ready so
the system will not be left open any longer than necessary.
2. Cap or plug all lines and fittings as soon as they are opened to prevent the entrance of dirt and moisture.
3. All lines and components in parts stock should be capped or sealed until they are ready to be used.
4. Never attempt to rebend formed lines to fit. Use the correct line for the installation you are servicing.
5. All tools, including the refrigerant dispensing manifold, the gage set manifold and test hoses should be kept clean and

BOLT-NUT TYPE COUPLING FLANGE WITH GUIDE PIN TYPE