Honda Element. Manual — part 582

condenser fan shroud.

Fig. 90: Removing A/C Compressor Clutch Connector From A/C Condenser Fan Shroud With
Torque Specification
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10. Disconnect the A/C compressor clutch connector (A), remove the nuts, then disconnect the suction line

(B) and the discharge line (C) from the A/C compressor. Plug or cap the lines immediately after
disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.

Fig. 91: Disconnecting A/C Compressor Clutch Connector With Torque Specification
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11. Remove the mounting bolts and the A/C compressor. Be careful not to damage the radiator fins when

removing the A/C compressor.

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Fig. 92: Identifying A/C Compressor Mounting Bolts With Torque Specification
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12. Install the A/C compressor in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

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If you're installing a new A/C compressor, you must calculate the amount of refrigerant oil to be
removed from it (see A/C REFRIGERANT OIL REPLACEMENT ).

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Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before
installing them. Be sure to use the correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.

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Use refrigerant oil (DENSO ND-OIL 8) for HFC-134a DENSO piston type A/C compressor only.

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To avoid contamination, do not return the oil to the container once dispensed, and never mix it with
other refrigerant oils.

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Immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture
absorption.

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Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if the refrigerant oil contacts
the paint, wash it off immediately.

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Be careful not to damage the radiator fins when installing the A/C compressor and the A/C
condenser fan shroud.

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Charge the system (see SYSTEM CHARGING ).

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Do the ECM/PCM idle learn procedure (see ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE ).

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Perform the power window control unit reset procedure (see RESETTING THE POWER
WINDOW CONTROL UNIT ).

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Enter the anti-theft code for the audio system, then enter the audio presets.

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Set the clock.

A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH CHECK

1. Check the pressure plate for discoloration, peeling, or other damage. If there is damage, replace the clutch

set (see A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH OVERHAUL ).

2. Check the rotor pulley bearing play and drag by rotating the rotor pulley by hand. Replace the clutch set

with a new one if it is noisy or has excessive play/drag (see A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH

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OVERHAUL ).

Fig. 93: Checking Rotor Pulley Bearing Play
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3. Measure the clearance between the pulley (A) and the pressure plate (B) with a dial indicator. Zero out

the indicator, then apply battery voltage to the A/C compressor clutch. Measure the movement of the
pressure plate when the voltage is applied. If the clearance is not within the specified limits, the pressure
plate must be reshimmed (see A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH OVERHAUL ).

Clearance: 0.35-0.6 mm (0.014-0.024 in.)

Fig. 94: Measuring Clearance Between Pulley And Pressure Plate
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4. Check resistance of the field coil. If resistance is not within specifications, replace the field coil (see A/C

COMPRESSOR CLUTCH OVERHAUL ).

NOTE:

The shims are available in three thicknesses: 0.1 mm, 0.3 mm, and 0.5 mm.

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Fig. 95: Checking Resistance Of Field Coil
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A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH OVERHAUL

Special Tools Required

A/C clutch holder, Robin air 10204, Kent-Moore J37872, or Honda Tool and Equipment KMT-J33939,
commercially available

1. Remove the center bolt (A) while holding the pressure plate with a commercially available A/C clutch

holder (B).

Fig. 96: Removing Center Bolt With Torque Specification
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2. Remove the pressure plate (A) and shim(s) (B), taking care not to lose the shim(s). If the clutch needs

adjustment, increase or decrease the number and thickness of shims as necessary, then reinstall the
pressure plate, and recheck its clearance (see A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH CHECK ).

NOTE:

The shims are available in three thicknesses: 0.1 mm, 0.3 mm, and 0.5 mm.

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