Replace AC Compressor

[esears1]

Does anyone have experience in changing an AC Compressor in a NB? I'm wondering how difficult it is to replace one? Also, I read in the chiltons book that the compressor needs to have the existing freon discharged, i'm not sure how to do this. Help!

Thanks,

Edward

[esears1]

Sorry forgot to add in that since i'm going to replace the compressor, i was thinking about installing underdrive pulleys. If I install underdrive pulleys, does anyone know what length serpentine belt is needed?

Thanks

[noR]

take it to a shop, and have them evacuate the refrigerant from the system before you continue.


And a full set of properly sized underdrive pulleys means you'll use the stock length serpentine belt.
(bigger accessory pulleys, smaller crank pulley.

[esears1]

Ohhh ok.. I thought I might have to change the belt size. Great! Do you know if it's hard to remove the compressor though? I'll bring the car to a shop to get the freon removed in the meantime.

[noR]

I'm not really sure, sorry. It didn't look TOO difficult, at least it's on the bottom and easy to access.