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:
Collision Damage Repair
If the vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged, have the damage
repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement
parts. Poorly performed collision repairs diminish the vehicle resale value, and
safety performance can be compromised in subsequen ...
Keys
WARNING
Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous and children
or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the power windows
or other controls or make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys
in the ignition, and children or other ...
Installation Procedure
Note: If the location of the original plug weld holes can
not be determined, space the plug weld holes every 40 mm (1½ in).
Drill 8 mm (5/16 in) for plug welding along the edges of the underbody
rear side rail reinforcement as noted from
the original panel.
Clean and ...
