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Removal [12/2019 - 10/2022]: Procedure

  1. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

  2. REMOVE SERVICE PLUG GRIP 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2019 - 10/2022]

  3. CHECK TERMINAL VOLTAGE 
    1. Remove the No. 2 inverter protector.

      Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 9

    2. Disconnect the engine room main wire.

      Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 10

    3. Remove the connector cover assembly.

      Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 11

    4. Check the terminal voltage.

      Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 12

    5. Install the connector cover assembly.

      Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7

    6. Connect the engine room main wire.

      Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 16

    7. Install the No. 2 inverter protector.

      Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 17

  4. REMOVE DISCHARGE HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the discharge hose sub-assembly from the cooler condenser assembly.
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    2. Remove the bolt and discharge hose sub-assembly from the compressor with motor assembly.
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    3. Remove the 2 O-rings from the discharge hose sub-assembly.
      NOTE:

      Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering them.

  5. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the suction hose sub-assembly from the compressor with motor assembly.
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    2. Remove the O-ring from the suction hose sub-assembly.
      NOTE:

      Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering them.

  6. REMOVE COMPRESSOR WITH MOTOR ASSEMBLY 
    1. Disconnect the 2 connectors.
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    2. Using a screwdriver, slide the green-colored lock of the connector (A) as shown in the illustration to release it and disconnect the connector.
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      *a Connector (A)
      *b Connector (B)
      *c Green-colored Lock
      Slide
      WARNING:

      Make sure to wear insulated gloves.

      NOTE:

      Insulate the disconnected terminals and connector with insulating tape.

    3. Disconnect the connector (B).
    4. Remove the bolt and 2 nuts.
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      Bolt
      Nut
    5. Using an E8 "TORX" socket wrench, remove the 2 stud bolts and compressor with motor assembly.
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