A/C compressor replacement

81,342 MILES • 3.7L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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CLG8300
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Replacing my compressor on car. Will have a shop capture the Freon. I'll install the compressor at home. Would it be okay to "drive the car back to the shop" to have them recharge the system?
Jul 14, 2021 at 4:48 AM
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COLBY_STEPHENSON2000
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Hello,

Yes, you will be fine to drive vehicle before and after repair is done.

Here is a guide that helps with replacing the compressor that will give a little more detail:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-air-conditioner-compressor

Here is the procedure for replacing the compressor. Attached below.

Let me know if you have any further questions.

Thanks,

Colby
Jul 14, 2021 at 6:24 AM
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