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A/C compressor brackets  A/C compressor bracket (4-cyl. engine), 
removing and installing
 
CAUTION!  -  Remove front noise insulation panel under 
engine, detach complete front bumper/grille 
assembly ("service position")  Repair Manual, 
Body Exterior, Repair Groups 50 and 63. 
-  Remove ribbed drive belt   page 87
-84
 .
 Do not discharge refrigerant system and do 
not disconnect refrigerant hoses from 
compressor unless removing or replacing 
compressor. 
 Mark running direction of ribbed belt before 
removing (if belt is installed in the opposite 
running direction, belt damage may result. 
 After loosening/removing compressor, attach 
to frame member e.g. with wire; do not 
suspend compressor from coolant hoses. 
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CAUTION! 
 
Do not discharge refrigerant system and do 
not disconnect refrigerant hoses from 
compressor unless removing or replacing 
compressor. 
 Mark running direction of ribbed belt before 
removing (if belt is installed in the opposite 
running direction, belt damage may result. 
 Cover sealing surface for oil cooler on engine 
block before removing compressor. 
 After loosening/removing compressor, attach 
to frame member e.g. with wire; do not 
suspend compressor from coolant hoses. 
1 - 
Nut 
2 - 
Washer 
3 - 
Compressor mounting bracket 
4 - 
Hex socket bolt with washer 
25 Nm (18 ft lb)
5 - 
Compressor with clutch 
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CAUTION! 
 
Do not discharge refrigerant system and do 
not disconnect refrigerant hoses from 
compressor unless removing or replacing 
compressor. 
 Mark running direction of ribbed belt before 
removing (if belt is installed in the opposite 
running direction, belt damage may result). 
 Cover sealing surface for oil cooler on engine 
block before removing compressor. 
 After loosening/removing compressor, attach 
to frame member e.g. with wire; do not 
suspend compressor from coolant hoses. 
Pa
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pressor brackets
11/21/2002 htt
p://127.0.0.1:8080/audi/servlet/Dis
play?action=Goto&t
yp
e=re
pair&id=AUDI.B5.HA01.87.13