Chrysler Sebring, Stratus sedan, Sebring Convertible. Manual - part 741
DITIONING/CONTROLS/A/C
COMPRESSOR
CLUTCH - INSTALLATION).
(3) To duplicate a high-ambient temperature condi-
tion (high head pressure), restrict the air flow
through the A/C condenser. Install a manifold gauge
set to be certain that the discharge pressure does not
exceed 2070 kPa (300 psi).
(4) Check the A/C refrigerant system plumbing for
incorrect routing, rubbing or interference, which can
cause unusual noises. Also check the refrigerant lines
for kinks or sharp bends that will restrict refrigerant
flow, which can cause noises.
(5) If the noise is from opening and closing of the
high pressure relief valve, recover, evacuate, and
recharge the refrigerant system (Refer to 24 - HEAT-
ING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE - REFRIGERANT SYSTEM
RECOVERY) and (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR
CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - STANDARD PRO-
CEDURE - REFRIGERANT SYSTEM EVACUATE)
and (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITION-
ING/PLUMBING
-
STANDARD
PROCEDURE
-
REFRIGERANT SYSTEM CHARGE). If the high
pressure relief valve still does not seat properly,
replace the A/C compressor or compressor manifold,
depending on A/C compressor application.
(6) If the noise is from liquid slugging on the A/C
suction line, check the refrigerant oil level and the
refrigerant system charge.
(7) If the noise continues, replace the A/C compres-
sor and repeat Step 1.
REMOVAL
A/C COMPRESSOR
WARNING: Refer to the applicable warnings and
cautions for this system before performing the fol-
lowing operation (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR
CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - WARNINGS) and (Refer
to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING -
CAUTIONS). Failure to follow the warnings and cau-
tions could result in possible personal injury or
death.
NOTE: The A/C compressor may be removed and
repositioned without disconnecting the refrigerant
lines or discharging the refrigerant system. Dis-
charging is not necessary if servicing the A/C
clutch, clutch field coil or engine.
(1) Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant
system (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITION-
ING/PLUMBING
-
STANDARD
PROCEDURE
-
REFRIGERANT SYSTEM RECOVERY).
(2) Disconnect and isolate the negative battery
cable.
(3) Remove the serpentine drive belt (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ACCESSORY
DRIVE/BELTS-DRIVE
-
REMOVAL).
(4) Disconnect the wire harness connector from the
A/C compressor clutch coil connector.
(5) Remove the bolts that secure the A/C suction
line and A/C discharge line to the A/C compressor
(Fig. 4).
(6) Disconnect the A/C suction and discharge lines
from the A/C compressor and remove and discard the
O-ring seals.
(7) Install plugs in, or tape over all of the opened
refrigerant line fittings and the compressor ports.
(8) Raise and support vehicle.
(9) Remove the bolts that secure the A/C compres-
sor to the mounting bracket.
(10) Remove the A/C compressor from the engine
compartment.
COMPRESSOR MANIFOLD AND GASKET
CAUTION: To prevent the entrance of dirt and mois-
ture into the A/C compressor, have all replacement
components readily available to minimize the time
the system must be opened.
Fig. 4 A/C Compressor - Typical
1 - A/C DISCHARGE LINE
2 - A/C SUCTION LINE
3 - A/C COMPRESSOR
4 - BOLT (4)
JR
PLUMBING
24 - 63
A/C COMPRESSOR (Continued)