Kia Soul: Compressor Removal
Kia Soul 2014-2019 PS Service Manual / Heating,Ventilation And Air Conditioning / Air conditioning System / Compressor Removal
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If the compressor is marginally operable, run the engine at idle
speed, and let the air conditioning work for a few minutes, then shut
the engine off.
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2. |
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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3. |
Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/charging station.
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4. |
Remove the engine room under cover (A) by loosening the mounting
clips and bolts.
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5. |
Loosen the drive belt.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - " Drive Belt")
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Remove the bolts, then disconnect the suction line (A) and discharge
line (B) from the compressor.
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7. |
Disconnect the compressor switch connector (A).
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8. |
Remove the compressor (A) by loosening the mounting bolts.
[Gamma Engine]
[Nu Engine]
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Compressor Components
1. Clutch Bolt 2. Limiter Bolt 3. Limiter & Hub Assembly 4. Snap Ring 5. Pulley 6. Compressor Assembly 7. Electric Control Valve (ECV) ...Compressor Installation
1. Make sure the compressor (A) mounting bolt with the correct length is screwed in. Tighten the mounting bolts with the specified tightening order. ...See also:
Inspection
[EVAP. Leakage Test]
1.
Select "Evap. Leakage Test".
2.
Proceed with the test according to the screen introductio ...
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Under some conditions, snow and ice can build up under the fenders and interfere
with the steering. When driving in severe winter conditions where this may happen,
you should periodically check un ...
Air conditioning
All Kia Air Conditioning Systems are filled with environmentally friendly R-134a
refrigerant which does not damage the ozone layer.
1. Start the engine. Press the air conditioning button.
2. Set t ...