OEM 2003 Toyota MR2 Spyder A/C Clutch

2003 Toyota MR2 Spyder A/C Clutch Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service and repair the A/C Clutch on 2003 Toyota MR2 Spyder?

  A: The service and repair process of the compressor clutch should begin with running the engine at idle speed while enabling the A/C for 10 minutes followed by switching off the engine and removing the negative (-) terminal cable from the battery. Drain the refrigeration system of its refrigerant then remove the under cover panel from the front engine area alongside the drive belt. Detach the compressor from the vehicle by removing its connector and wire harness clamp and three bolts without damaging the discharge and suction hose. To protect the system use the provided caps for immediate coverage of open fittings after you remove their two securing bolts. When connecting hoses for installation start by applying compressor oil to two new O-rings before installing the hoses with their matching bolts while torquing to 9.8 N.m (100 kgf.cm, 7 ft.lbf) and doing so right after removing the caps from both fittings. Use the 3 bolts to install the compressor after torquing them at 24.5 N.m (250 kgf.cm, 18 ft.lbf) and reconnect the connector. The drive belt installation must be checked before connecting the negative (-) terminal battery cable. The technician must eliminate air pressure within the refrigeration system before adding the mentioned amount of 500 plus or minus 30 g (17.64 plus or minus 1.06 oz.) refrigerant. The technician must check for refrigerant leakage with a gas leak detector and check joint torques while also inspecting A/C operation in case of leakage detection.