2007 Chevy Impala a/c compressor removal

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Does anyone have a shop manual resource for a 2007 Chevy Impala?
My neighbors car just locked up a compressor and I offered to do the job for her (yes, she's hot, I guess now in more ways than one), and the only part of the job I'm not familiar with is how hard it'll be to get the pump out of the car. A/C stuff is what I do daily so that's not an issue (I just don't typically work on GM's).
This car has the 3.5L flex fuel engine. It's a low, front mount compressor, but on other cars that can be tricky. I'm just looking for any tricks that might save me knuckle skin, and some frustration.
Any help would be appreciated.
Alan

 

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Component Name







Preliminary Procedure






1.

Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .






2.

Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement for the 3.5L engine or Drive Belt Replacement for the 3.9L engine.






3.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .






4.

Remove the right engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement .






5.

Disconnect the electrical connector.






1




A/C Compressor Hose Nut


Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tip
Remove the A/C compressor hose from the A/C compressor and cap hose.
Tighten
17 N·m (12.5 lb ft)





2




Sealing Washer


Tip
Remove and discard sealing washers. Refer to Air Conditioning System Seal Replacement .




3




A/C Compressor Nut


Tip
Tighten in sequence with A/C compressor mounting bolts.
Tighten
50 N·m (37 lb ft)





4




A/C Compressor Bolt


Tip
Tighten the A/C compressor mounting bolts and nut in sequence.
Tighten
50 N·m (37 lb ft)





5




A/C Compressor Assembly

Important: Use a low viscosity, polyalkylene glycol (PAG) oil. Use of the incorrect oil can result in compressor failure.


Tip





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When replacing the A/C compressor, balance the compressor. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Balancing





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Using J 39400 leak test A/C compressor fittings.