If you are not going to capture the old Freon, just loosen a fitting and let it bleed off. Don't take it completely loose, just until it start to hiss.
They can get noisy and leak oil. You want to replace a noisy ac compressor before it fills the system with metal trash.
Needs to be done by person certified to handle refridgerant properly evacuate system replace compressor vaccuum system and leak check properly add correct type and amound of compressor oil properly add refridgerant
Warning; pressurized refrigerant can cause injuries, do not disconnect lines with the system still pressurized. Before you go into the expense of replacing the compressor, be sure you arent just low on refrigerant (R-134A). There are also several fuses and much cheaper pressure sensors in the system. Lastly, if the compressor goes out there may be metal shavings in the system there are other parts you would need to replace as well or risk damaging a new compressor. If you are sure its a bad compressor: haynes and chiltons have manuals that will walk you through a repair step by step and the books are about $15. They cover every system in your car, include troubleshooting instructions, and are well worth the cost. Also...walk in to any autozone, napa, or oreilly's, the guys behind the counter will be very helpful.
Reclaim the freon from the 1987 Fiero. Remove the ac belt, then disconnect the lines from the compressor. Unbolt the compressor then bolt in the new one. Put the hoses and belt back on, then pull a vacuum on the system before filling with new freon.
You need to BCLear. Why did you replace it? Different reasons need different procedures.
The cost of changing an air conditioner compressor will vary depending on the make and model of vehicle and parts and labor costs. On average, it will cost around $250 and up to replace the compressor.
take it to a repair shop
The need to take off the refrigerant.
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You remove the compressor and replace the belt with one for a truck with out ac
Follow the tubes from your ac compressor, the low pressure connector for the r134a freon is larger than the hi pressure connector and should be near the accumulator.
Air compressor??? Do you mean Air Conditioner Compressor? This service is best left to a professional who has the proper equipment, and skill to perform this repair.
Press one of the Schrader Valves to see if pressure is there. Turn AC on and look at the compressor clutch for engagement. If it won't kick on, the system is low or the compressor is bad must replace receiver/dryer asst also.
Usually the shaft seal is installed from inside the compressor housing and is not serviceable. You would need to replace the compressor.
It is possible to replace the air conditioner clutch without replacing the entire compressor if you can find somewhere that sells just the clutch assembly and can get the appropriate tool to remove the pulley to get to the clutch. Try buying a repair manual and looking in there.
Remove the Freon from the compressor. Remove the air conditioning hoses. Remove the compressor belt. Remove the compressor retaining bolts. Reverse the process to install the new air conditioner compressor.
The replacement of a compressor in a portable air conditioner can pose potential hazards and may lead to the permanent destruction of your portable air conditioner. I would recommend bringing your portable air conditioner to an appliance repair shop and hire someone who is appropriately equipped to repair air conditioners.