Chevrolet Cruze Repair Manual: 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 Steering Pump 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: 4)
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tip
The graphic shows the engine without attaching parts for better clarity.
Tighten
22 N·m (17 lb ft)
A/C Compressor Assembly
Procedure
- Use a low viscosity, polyalkylene 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 detector leak test A/C compressor fittings.
Special Tools
GE 39400 Electronic Halogen Leak Detector
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. ...
Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Replacement (1.6L LXT)
Removal Procedure
Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Rec overy and
Recharging.
Remove front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
Remove A/ ...
Other materials:
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn.
An arrow on the instrument cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or
lane change.
Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change.
The turn signal flashes three times.
The lever returns to its ...
StabiliTrak® OFF Light
This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the
vehicle serviced by your dealer.
This light comes on when the StabiliTrak system is turned off.
If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction Control System (TCS) is also off.
If the TCS is off, the system does not assist i ...
Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Replacement - Left Side
Preliminary Procedure
Remove rear seat - left side. Refer to Rear Seat Replacement
Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover
Procedure
Remove the staples from the seat back cover.
Remove seat back cushion cover from Velcro.
Rear Seat Back Cushion Pad
Rear Seat Back Cushion Cover and Pad Re ...
