2005 MITSUBISHI LANCER ac compressor

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER AND VENTILATION55-74
REFRIGERANT LEAK REPAIR
PROCEDURE
M1552001500277
LOST CHARGE
If the system has lost all charge due to a leak:
1. Evacuate the system (Refer to P.55-72).
2. Charge the system with approximately 480 − 520
g of refrigerant.
3. Check for leaks.
4. Discharge the system.
5. Repair leaks.
CAUTION
Replacement filter-drier units must be sealed
while in storage. The drier used in these units will
saturate water quickly upon exposure to the
atmosphere. When installing a drier, have all
tools and supplies ready for quick assembly to
avoid keeping the system open any longer than
necessary.
6. Replace receiver drier.
7. Evacuate and charge system.
LOW CHARGE
If the system has not lost all of its refrigerant charge;
locate and repair all leaks. If it is necessary to
increase the system pressure to find the leak
(because of an especially low charge) add
refrigerant. If it is possible to repair the leak without
discharging the refrigerant system, use the
procedure for correcting low refrigerant level.
HANDLING TUBING AND FITTINGS
Kinks in the refrigerant tubing or sharp bends in the
refrigerant hose lines will greatly reduce the capacity
of the entire system. High pressures are produced in
the system when it is operating. Extreme care must
be exercised to make sure that all connections are
pressure tight. Dirt and moisture can enter the
system when it is opened for repair or replacement of
lines or components. The following precautions must
be observed. The system must be completely
discharged before opening any fitting of connection
in the refrigeration system. Open fittings with caution
even after the system has been discharged. If any
pressure is noticed as a fitting is loosened, allow
trapped pressure to bleed off very slowly.
Never attempt to rebend formed lines to fit. Use the
correct line for the installation you are servicing. A
good rule for the flexible hose lines is keep the radius
of all bends at least 10 times the diameter of the
hose.Sharper bends will reduce the flow of refrigerant. The
flexible hose lines should be routed so that they are
at least 80 mm from the exhaust manifold. It is good
practice to inspect all flexible hose lines at least once
a year to make sure they are in good condition and
properly routed.
On standard plumbing fittings with O-rings, these
O-rings are not reusable.
COMPRESSOR NOISE CHECKM1552008700272
You must first know the conditions when the noise
occurs. These conditions are: weather, vehicle
speed, in gear or neutral, engine temperature or any
other special conditions.
Noises that develop during A/C operation can often
be misleading. For example: what sounds like a
failed front bearing or connecting rod, may be
caused by loose bolts, nuts, mounting brackets, or a
loose clutch assembly. Verify accessory drive belt
tension (power steering or alternator).
Improper accessory drive belt tension can cause a
misleading noise when the compressor is engaged
and little or no noise when the compressor is
disengaged.
Drive belts are speed-sensitive. That is, at different
engine speeds, and depending upon belt tension,
belts can develop unusual noises that are often
mistaken for mechanical problems within the
compressor.
ADJUSTMENT
1. Select a quiet area for testing. Duplicate
conditions as much as possible. Switch the
compressor on and off several times to clearly
identify compressor noise. To duplicate high
ambient conditions (high head pressure), restrict
air flow through the condenser. Install a manifold
gauge set to make sure discharge pressure
doesn't exceed 2,070 kPa.
2. Tighten all compressor mounting bolts, clutch
mounting bolt, and compressor drive belt. Check
to assure clutch coil is tight (no rotation or
wobble).
3. Check refrigerant hoses for rubbing or
interference that can cause unusual noises.
4. Check refrigerant charge (Refer to P.55-69).
5. Recheck compressor noise as in Step 1.
6. If noise still exists, loosen compressor mounting
bolts and retighten. Repeat Step 1.
7. If noise continues, replace compressor and repeat
Step 1.

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER AND VENTILATION55-75
POWER RELAY CHECKM1552008800309
BLOWER RELAY CONTINUITY CHECKA/C COMPRESSOR RELAY CONTINUITY
CHECK
Battery voltage Tester
connectionSpecified
condition
Not applied 4 − 5 Open circuit
•Connect
terminal 3 to
the positive
battery
terminal
•Connect
terminal 1 to
the negative
battery
terminal4 − 5 Less than 2
ohms
AC305308
4
5 1
235
14
3
Blower relay
AB
Battery voltage Tester
connectionSpecified
condition
Not applied 1 − 4 Open circuit
•Connect
terminal 2 to
the positive
battery
terminal
•Connect
terminal 3 to
the negative
battery
terminal1 − 4 Less than 2
ohms
AC305307
A/C compressor relay
AB
21
34
1
24
3
Front of
vehicle

HEATER UNIT, HEATER CORE, BLOWER ASSEMBLY AND EVAPORATOR UNIT
HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER AND VENTILATION55-81
HEATER UNIT, HEATER CORE, BLOWER ASSEMBLY
AND EVAPORATOR UNIT
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
M1552011600457
Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation
•Refrigerant draining and Refilling (Refer to Charging
P.55-70 and Discharging P.55-72).
•Engine coolant Draining and Refilling (Refer to GROUP
14, On vehicles service P.14-22).
•Instrument Panel Removal and Installation (Refer to
GROUP 52A, Instrument Panel P.52A-2).
•Air cleaner cover and air flow sensor assembly Removal
and Installation (Refer to GROUP 15, Air cleaner P.15-3).
•Rear console assembly Removal and Installation (Refer
to GROUP 52A, Rear console assembly P.52A-8).
•Front floor console assembly Removal and Installation
(Refer to GROUP 52A, Front floor console assembly
P.52A-6).
•Front seat assembly Removal and Installation (Refer to
GROUP 52A, Front seat assembly P.52A-24).
AC304861
1
2
3
4 5
6
7
8
N
9
AB
12 ± 2 N·m
6, 7O ring -Pipe coupling
A/C compressor oil:
SUN PAG 56
44 ± 10 N·m
44 ± 10 N·m
Removal steps
1. Front deck crossmember
2. Centre duct
3. Intake duct
•Foot duct (RH), Rear heater duct A
(RH) upper side (Refer to
P.55-101.)4. Blower assembly
5. Heater hose connection
<>6. Flexible suction hose connection
<>7. Liquid pipe B connection
8. O ring
9. Heater unitRemoval steps (Continued)

HEATER UNIT, HEATER CORE, BLOWER ASSEMBLY AND EVAPORATOR UNIT
HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER AND VENTILATION55-82
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
<> FLEXIBLE SUCTION HOSE AND
LIQUID PIPE B DISCONNECTION
CAUTION
As the compressor oil and receiver are highly
moisture absorbent, use a non-porous material
to plug the hose and nipples.
To prevent the entry of dust or other foreign bodies,
plug the dismantled hose and the nipples of the
expansion valves.
HEATER UNIT
DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY

M1551005400224
AC304862
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
AB
4, 7O ring -Pipe coupling
A/C compressor oil:
SUN PAG 56
N
Disassembly steps
1. Foot duct (LH)
2. Heater core
3. Expansion valve
4. Joint
5. O ring6. Evaporator cover
7. Evaporator
8. Air thermo sensor clip
9. Air thermo sensor
10. Heater caseDisassembly steps (Continued)

HEATER UNIT, HEATER CORE, BLOWER ASSEMBLY AND EVAPORATOR UNIT
HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER AND VENTILATION55-83
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY M1551005400235
AC304863
1
2
3
4
5
N
6
7
8
9
AB
6O ring -Pipe coupling
A/C compressor oil:
SUN PAG 56
Disassembly steps
1. Foot duct (RH)
2. Heater core
3. Expansion valve
4. O ring
5. Evaporator cover6. Evaporator
7. Air thermo sensor clip
8. Air thermo sensor
9. Heater caseDisassembly steps (Continued)

EVAPORATOR ASSEMBLY
HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER AND VENTILATION55-88
EVAPORATOR ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION M1552003600355
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
<> FLEXIBLE SUCTION HOSE AND
LIQUID PIPE B DISCONNECTION
CAUTION
As the compressor oil and receiver are highly
moisture absorbent, use a non-porous material
to plug the hose and nipples.
To prevent the entry of dust or other foreign bodies,
plug the dismantled hose and the nipples of the
expansion valves.
Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation
•Refrigerant draining and Refilling (Refer to Charging
P.55-70 and Discharging P.55-72).
•Air cleaner assembly <1300,1600> or Air cleaner and air
cleaner air flow sensor assembly <2000> Removal and
Installation (Refer to GROUP 15, Air cleaner P.15-3).
Y2346AU
1, 2, 4, 7
A/C compressor oil:
SUN PAG 56O ring
-Pipe coupling
2
101
3 4
7
6
5 98
8
12 ± 2 N·m
Removal steps
<>1. Flexible suction hose connection
<>2. Liquid pipe B connection
3. Expansion valve
4. Joint
•Glove box (Refer to GROUP 52A,
Instrument Panel P.52A-2).
•Engine-ECU or
Engine-A/T-ECU (Refer to
GROUP 13A, Engine-ECU and
Engine-A/T-ECU P.13A-401).
5. Joint duct
•Foot duct (LH), Rear heater duct
(LH), Rear heater duct (LH) (Refer
to P.55-101).
6. Evaporator cover
7. Evaporator
8. O ring 9. Air thermo sensor clip
10. Air thermo sensorRemoval steps (Continued)

EVAPORATOR ASSEMBLY
HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER AND VENTILATION55-89
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION M1552003600366
Pre-removal and Post-installation Operation
•Refrigerant draining and Refilling (Refer to Charging
P.55-70 and Discharging P.55-72).
•Air cleaner assembly <1300,1600> or Air cleaner and air
cleaner air flow sensor assembly <2000> Removal and
Installation (Refer to GROUP 15, Air cleaner P.15-3).
AC304886AB
12 ± 2 N·m
7
7
2
1
9
8
6
5
4 3 1, 2, 6
A/C compressor oil:
SUN PAG 56O ring
-Pipe coupling
Removal steps
<>1. Flexible suction hose connection
<>2. Liquid pipe B connection
3. Expansion valve
•Glove box (Refer to GROUP 52A,
Instrument Panel P.52A-2).
•Engine-ECU or
Engine-A/T-ECU (Refer to
GROUP 13A, Engine-ECU and
Engine-A/T-ECU P.13A-401).
4. Joint duct•Foot duct (LH), Rear heater duct
(LH) (Refer to P.55-101).
5. Evaporator cover
<>6. Evaporator
7. O ring
8. Air thermo sensor clip
9. Air thermo sensorRemoval steps (Continued)