How to discharge the A/C system?

MNELSON088

MEMBER
2006 KIA SORENTO
3.5L
V6
4WD
AUTOMATIC
190,000 MILES

I'm trying to change my A/C clutch but i'm needing to take the compressor off. How do I discharge the A/C system so I can take it off? I tried to change it wit it still being on the car but I can't get it back on so I have to take the compressor off. Please and thank you for your help.

Monday, June 7th, 2021 AT 7:10 AM

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BORIS K

MECHANIC
836 POSTS

Hello,

You will need to take your vehicle to an A/C workshop or any workshop which can safely remove all the R134A gas from your A/C system. They can then recharge your A/C system after you have completed the repair.

Once you have removed the compressor empty the compressor oil into a measuring cup. Like this you can take note on how much compressor oil you need to add after the repair. It is important to add the correct amount of oil and obviously gas (refrigerant).

Please let us know how you get along.

Cheers, Boris

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Monday, June 7th, 2021 AT 9:19 AM