Another easy 1.. 1997 lumina 3.1 A/C compressor

[Myxlplyxxx]

Well It had to happen...the Compressor Froze up completely(thank god not while driving)... easy Job to replace??? Looks Like it by what I can see(after all the greasy/oily crap on it) but is there anything special I should know??? Refrig has been cleared... putting a new one in right away..... any suggestions... seals??? ck anything specific???

Thanks to All who reply....

Myx

[richtazz]

Make sure you replace the orifice filter in the high pressure line going back to the condenser, to be sure no contaminants are clogging the system. IT would be a good idea to replace the accumulator/receiver drier too as it could be contaminated with metal from the compressor going out. The o-rings should come with the new compressor, if not, replace them too. IF just the clutch/bearing seized, you may be lucky and not have any metal in the system, but at least replace the orifice, it's only a $2-$3 part. I assume you're going to convert it to R-134 at the same time.

[Myxlplyxxx]

Thnx Richtazz... car already has a decal under hood verifying r-134 is to be used so taken care of also not sure about the shavings so will take that advice.... thnx again...

Myx

[Myxlplyxxx]

Actually... the only thing that froze was the pulley... the clutch still spins freely....got it out and pulled it apart and everything is in workin condition except the pulley...LMAO froze tight!!!


Myx