Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (1.6L LDE, LXV, and 1.8L 2H0)
Preliminary Procedures
- Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Rec . overy and Recharging.
- Remove drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Disconnect the A/C compressor electrical connector
- Remove compressor hose assembly. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Replacement.
- A/C Compressor Bolt (Qty: 3)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 22 N·m (16 lbf ft)
- A/C Compressor Assembly
Procedure
- Use a low viscosity, poly-alkylene glycol (PAG) oil. Use of the incorrect oil can result in compressor failure.
- When replacing the A/C compressor, balance the compressor oil. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing
- Using GE 39400-A detector leak test A/C compressor fittings.
Special Tools
GE 39400-A Electronic Halogen Leak Detector
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
Special Tools
GE-45037 A/C Oil Injector
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
Warning: To prevent personal injury, avoid breathing A/C Refriger ...
Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement (1.6L LXT)
Preliminary Procedures
Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Rec overy and
Recharging.
Remove drive belt. Refer to Generator and Air Conditioning Compressor
and Power Ste ...
Other materials:
SIR System Description and Operation
SIR System Overview
The supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system supplements the protection
offered by the occupants Seat Belt System (2). The SIR
system may contain several inflator modules located throughout the vehicle, i.e.
steering wheel module (1), instrument panel module (1),
...
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the
Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR
Disabling and Enabling.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to ...
Thread Inserts
General Purpose Thread Repair Kits.
These kits are available commercially.
Repair Procedure
Warning: Refer to Safety Glasses Warning in the Preface section.
Note: Refer to the thread repair kit manufacturer's instructions
regarding the size of the drill and tap to use. Avoid any buildup ...