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CAUTION:
When replacing or cleaning refrigerant cycle components, observe the following.
IWhen 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.
IWhen connecting tubes, always use a torque wrench and a back-up wrench.
IAfter disconnecting tubes, immediately plug all openings to prevent entry of dirt and moisture.
IWhen installing an air conditioner in the vehicle, connect the pipes as the final stage of the opera-
tion. Do not remove the seal caps of pipes and other components until just before required for
connection.
IAllow components stored in cool areas to warm to working area temperature before removing seal
caps. This prevents condensation from forming inside A/C components.
IThoroughly remove moisture from the refrigeration system before charging the refrigerant.
IAlways replace used O-rings.
IWhen connecting tube, apply lubricant to circle of the O-rings 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
IO-ring must be closely attached to dented portion of tube.
IWhen replacing the O-ring, be careful not to damage O-ring and tube.
IConnect tube until you hear it click, then tighten the nut or bolt by hand until snug. Make sure that
the O-ring is installed to tube correctly.
IAfter 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 specified torque.
RHA861F
Precautions for Servicing CompressorNBHA0005IPlug all openings to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.
IWhen the compressor is removed, store it in the same position as it is when mounted on the car.
IWhen replacing or repairing compressor, follow ªMaintenance of Lubricant Quantity in Compres-
sorº exactly. Refer to HA-146.
IKeep friction surfaces between clutch and pulley clean. If the surface is contaminated, with
lubricant, wipe it off by using a clean waste cloth moistened with thinner.
IAfter compressor service operation, turn the compressor shaft by hand more than five turns in
both directions. This will equally distribute lubricant inside the compressor. After the compressor
is installed, let the engine idle and operate the compressor for one hour.
IAfter replacing the compressor magnet clutch, apply voltage to the new one and check for normal
operation.
PRECAUTIONS
Precautions for Refrigerant Connection (Cont'd)
HA-6
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Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
(J-43926)
Refrigerant dye leak
detection kit
Kit includes:
(J-42220) UV lamp and
UV safety glasses
(J-41459) Refrigerant
dye injector
(J-41447) qty. 24
R-134a refrigerant dye
(J-43872) Refrigerant
dye cleaner
SHA437F
Power supply:
DC 12V (Battery terminal)
(J-42220)
Fluorescent dye leak
detectorUV lamp
SHA438F
Power supply: DC 12V (Battery terminal)
For checking refrigerant leak when fluorescent dye
is installed in A/C system.
Includes: UV lamp and UV safety glasses
UV safety glasses
(J-41447)
R134a Fluorescent Leak
Detection Dye (Box of
24, 1/4 ounce bottles)Dye
SHA439F
Application: For R-134a PAG oil
Container: 1/4 ounce (7.4 cc) bottle
(Includes self-adhesive dye identification labels for
affixing to vehicle after charging system with dye.)
(J-41459)
R134a Dye Injector
Use with J-41447, 1/4
ounce bottleDye injector
SHA440F
For injecting 1/4 ounce of Fluorescent Leak Detec-
tion Dye into A/C system.
(J-43872)
Dye cleaner
SHA441F
For cleaning dye spills.
(J-39183)
Manifold gauge set (with
hoses and couplers)
NT199
Identification:
IThe gauge face indicates R-134a.
Fitting size: Thread size
I1/2²-16 ACME
PREPARATION
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tools and Equipment (Cont'd)
HA-12
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Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
Service hoses
IHigh side hose
(J-39501-72)
ILow side hose
(J-39502-72)
IUtility hose
(J-39476-72)
NT201
Hose color:
ILow hose: Blue with black stripe
IHigh hose: Red with black stripe
IUtility hose: Yellow with black stripe or green
with black stripe
Hose fitting to gauge:
I1/2²-16 ACME
Service couplers
IHigh side coupler
(J-39500-20)
ILow side coupler
(J-39500-24)
NT202
Hose fitting to service hose:
IM14 x 1.5 fitting is optional or permanently
attached.
(J-39650)
Refrigerant weight scale
NT200
For measuring of refrigerant
Fitting size: Thread size
I1/2²-16 ACME
(J-39649)
Vacuum pump
(Including the isolator
valve)
NT203
Capacity:
IAir displacement: 4 CFM
IMicron rating: 20 microns
IOil capacity: 482 g (17 oz)
Fitting size: Thread size
I1/2²-16 ACME
COMMERCIAL SERVICE TOOLNBHA0009S01
Tool name Description
Refrigerant identifier
equipment
NT765
For checking refrigerant purity and system con-
tamination
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PREPARATION
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tools and Equipment (Cont'd)
HA-13
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RHA094GB
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION=NBHA0066Auto amplifier controls compressor operation by ambient tempera-
ture and signal from ECM.
Low Temperature Protection ControlNBHA0066S01Auto amplifier will turn the compressor ªONº or ªOFFº as deter-
mined by a signal detected by ambient sensor.
When ambient temperatures are greater than ±2ÉC (28ÉF), the
compressor turns ªONº. The compressor turns ªOFFº when ambi-
ent temperatures are less than þ5ÉC (23ÉF).
RHA877H
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURENBHA0067SYMPTOM: Magnet clutch does not engage when AUTO
switch is ON.
1 CHECK POWER SUPPLY FOR COMPRESSOR
Disconnect compressor harness connector. Do approx. 12 volts exist between compressor harness terminal No. 1 and
body ground?
RHA096G
YesorNo
Ye s©Check magnet clutch coil.
1. If NG, replace magnet clutch. Refer to HA-150.
2. Go to self-diagnosis step-by-step procedure (HA-45) and perform self-diagnosis STEP
4.
Confirm that magnet clutch operation is normal.
No©Disconnect A/C relay. And GO TO 2.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Magnet Clutch (Cont'd)
HA-106
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5 CHECK COIL SIDE CIRCUIT OF A/C RELAY
Do approx. 12 volts exist between ECM harness terminal No. 27 and body ground?
RHA482GG
YesorNo
Ye s©GO TO 6.
No©Disconnect A/C relay.
Disconnect ECM harness connector.
GO TO 11.
6 CHECK VOLTAGE FOR ECM
Do approx. 12 volts exist between ECM harness terminal No. 45 and body ground?
RHA701FJ
YesorNo
Ye s©Disconnect ECM harness connector.
Disconnect dual-pressure switch harness connector.
GO TO 7.
No©Check ECM. Refer to EC-127, ªECM Terminals and Reference Valueº.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Magnet Clutch (Cont'd)
HA-108
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Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in
Compressor
NBHA0071The lubricant in the compressor circulates through the system with
the refrigerant. Add lubricant to compressor when replacing any
component or after a large gas leakage occurred. It is important to
maintain the specified amount.
If lubricant quantity is not maintained properly, the following mal-
functions may result:
ILack of lubricant: May lead to a seized compressor
IExcessive lubricant: Inadequate cooling (thermal exchange
interference)
LUBRICANTNBHA0071S01Name: Nissan A/C System Oil Type S
Part number: KLH00-PAGS0
CHECKING AND ADJUSTINGNBHA0071S02Adjust the lubricant quantity according to the test group shown
below.
1 CHECK LUBRICANT RETURN OPERATION
Can lubricant return operation be performed?
IA/C system works properly.
IThere is no evidence of a large amount of lubricant leakage.
YesorNo
Ye s©GO TO 2.
No©GO TO 3.
2 PERFORM LUBRICANT RETURN OPERATION, PROCEEDING AS FOLLOWS:
1. Start engine, and set the following conditions:
ITest condition
Engine speed: Idling to 1,200 rpm
A/C or AUTO switch: ON
Blower speed: Max. position
Temp. control: Optional [Set so that intake air temperature is 25 to 30ÉC (77 to 86ÉF).]
2.Next item is for V-5 or V-6 compressor. Connect the manifold gauge, and check that the high pressure side
pressure is 588 kPa (6 kg/cm
2, 85 psi) or higher.
If less than the reference level, attach a cover to the front face of the condenser to raise the pressure.
3. Perform lubricant return operation for about 10 minutes.
4. Stop engine.
CAUTION:
If excessive lubricant leakage is noted, do not perform the lubricant return operation.
OK©GO TO 3.
3 CHECK COMPRESSOR
Should the compressor be replaced?
YesorNo
Ye s©Go to ªLubricant Adjustment Procedure for Compressor Replacementº, (HA-148).
No©GO TO 4.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in Compressor
HA-146
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RHA138E
IRemove the snap ring using external snap ring pliers.
RHA139E
IPulley removal
Position the center pulley puller on the end of the drive shaft,
and remove the pulley assembly using any commercially avail-
able pulley puller.
To prevent the pulley groove from being deformed, the
puller claws should be positioned onto the edge of the
pulley assembly.
RHA125F
IRemove the field coil harness clip using a pair of pliers.
RHA145E
IRemove the snap ring using external snap ring pliers.
RHA126F
INSPECTIONNBHA0075Clutch DiscNBHA0075S01If the contact surface shows signs of damage due to excessive
heat, replace clutch disc and pulley.
PulleyNBHA0075S02Check the appearance of the pulley assembly. If the contact sur-
face of pulley shows signs of excessive grooving, replace clutch
disc and pulley. The contact surfaces of the pulley assembly should
be cleaned with a suitable solvent before reinstallation.
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SERVICE PROCEDURE
Compressor Clutch (Cont'd)
HA-151
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CoilNBHA0075S03Check coil for loose connection or cracked insulation.
RHA142E
INSTALLATIONNBHA0076IInstall the field coil.
Be sure to align the coil's pin with the hole in the com-
pressor's front head.
IInstall the field coil harness clip using a screwdriver.
RHA143EA
IInstall the pulley assembly using the installer and a hand
press, and then install the snap ring using snap ring pliers.
RHA127F
IInstall the clutch disc on the drive shaft, together with the
original shim(s). Press the clutch disc down by hand.
RHA086E
IUsing the holder to prevent clutch disc rotation, tighten the bolt
to 14 N´m (1.4 kg-m, 10 ft-lb) torque.
After tightening the bolt, check that the pulley rotates
smoothly.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Compressor Clutch (Cont'd)
HA-152