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WARNING:
Make sure all refrigerant is discharged into the recycling equipment and the pressure in the system
is less than atmospheric pressure. Then gradually loosen the discharge side hose ®tting and remove
it.
CAUTION:
When replacing or cleaning refrigerant cycle components, observe the following.
+When the compressor is removed, store it in the same position as it is when mounted on the car.
Failure to do so will cause lubricant to enter the low pressure chamber.
+When connecting tubes, always use a torque wrench and a back-up wrench.
+After disconnecting tubes, immediately plug all openings to prevent entry of dirt and moisture.
+When installing an air conditioner in the vehicle, connect the pipes as the ®nal stage of the opera-
tion. Do not remove the seal caps of pipes and other components until just before required for
connection.
+Allow components stored in cool areas to warm to working area temperature before removing seal
caps. This prevents condensation from forming inside A/C components.
+Thoroughly remove moisture from the refrigeration system before charging the refrigerant.
+Always replace used O-rings.
+When connecting tube, apply lubricant to portions shown in illustration. Be careful not to apply
lubricant to threaded portion.
Lubricant name: Nissan A/C System Oil Type S
Part number: KLH00-PAGS0
+O-ring must be closely attached to in¯ated portion of tube.
+After inserting tube into union until O-ring is no longer visible, tighten nut to speci®ed torque.
+After connecting line, conduct leak test and make sure that there is no leakage from connections.
When the gas leaking point is found, disconnect that line and replace the O-ring. Then tighten
connections of seal seat to the speci®ed torque.
RHA861F
PRECAUTIONS AND PREPARATIONMANUAL AND AUTO
Precautions for Refrigerant Connection
(Cont'd)
HA-5
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1. Discharge refrigerant into the refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment. Measure lubricant discharged into the recovery/
recycling equipment.
2. Remove the drain plug of the ``old'' (removed) compressor. Drain the lubricant into a graduated container and record the
amount of drained lubricant.
3. Remove the drain plug and drain the lubricant from the ``new'' compressor into a separate, clean container.
4. Measure an amount of new lubricant installed equal to amount drained from ``old'' compressor. Add this lubricant to ``new''
compressor through the suction port opening.
5. Measure an amount of new lubricant equal to the amount recovered during discharging. Add this lubricant to ``new'' compres-
sor through the suction port opening.
6. Torque the drain plug.
14-16Nzm (1.4 - 1.6 kg-m, 10 - 12 ft-lb)
7. If the liquid tank also needs to be replaced, add an additional 5 m!(0.2 Imp ¯ oz) of lubricant at this time.
Do not add this 5 m!(0.2 Imp ¯ oz) of lubricant if only replacing the compressor.
RHA065DE
.
SERVICE PROCEDURESMANUAL AND AUTO
Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in
Compressor (Cont'd)
HA-115
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+Install the drive plate on the drive shaft, together with the origi-
nal shim(s). Press the drive plate down by hand.
+Using the holder to prevent drive plate rotation, tighten the bolt
to 12 to 14 Nzm (1.2 to 1.4 kg-m, 9 to 10 ft-lb) torque.
After tightening the bolt, check that the pulley rotates
smoothly.
+Check clearance around the entire periphery of clutch disc.
Disc-to-pulley clearance:
0.3 - 0.6 mm (0.012 - 0.024 in)
If the speci®ed clearance is not obtained, replace adjusting
shim and readjust.
BREAK-IN OPERATION
When replacing compressor clutch assembly, always conduct the
break-in operation. This is done by engaging and disengaging the
clutch about thirty times. Break-in operation raises the level of
transmitted torque.
SHA798E
SHA799E
SHA052F
SERVICE PROCEDURESMANUAL AND AUTO
Compressor Clutch (Cont'd)
HA-125