charging NISSAN NAVARA 2005 Repair User Guide

PREPARATION
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Recovery/Recycling/
Recharging equipment (ACR4)Function: Refrigerant recovery and
recycling and recharging
Electrical leak detectorPower supply:
DC 12V (Cigarette lighter)
(J-43926)
Refrigerant dye leak detection kit
Kit includes:
(J-42220)
UV lamp and UV safety goggles
(J-41459)
HFC-134a (R-134a) dye injector
Use with J-41447, 1/4 ounce
bottle
(J-41447)
HFC-134a (R-134a) fluorescent
leak detection dye
(Box of 24, 1/4 ounce bottles)
(J-43872)
Refrigerant dye cleanerPower supply:
DC 12V (Battery terminal)
(J-42220)
UV lamp and UV safety gogglesPower supply:
DC 12V (Battery terminal)
For checking refrigerant leak when
fluorescent dye is installed in A/C
system
Includes:
UV lamp and UV safety goggles
(J-41447)
HFC-134a (R-134a) fluorescent
leak detection dye
(Box of 24, 1/4 ounce bottles)Application: For HFC-134a (R-134a)
PA G o i l
Container: 1/4 ounce (7.4 cc) bottle
(Includes self-adhesive dye
identification labels for affixing to
vehicle after charging system with
dye.) Tool number
Tool nameDescription
RJIA0195E
SHA705EB
ZHA200H
SHA438F
SHA439F

LUBRICANT
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8. Measure an amount of new lubricant equal to the amount recovered during discharging. Add this lubricant
to “new” compressor through the suction port opening.
9. If the liquid tank also needs to be replaced, add an additional 5 m (0.2 Imp fl oz) of lubricant at this time.
Do not add this 5 m (0.2 Imp fl oz) of lubricant if only replacing the compressor.
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HEATER & COOLING UNIT ASSEMBLY
Removal and Installation
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REMOVAL
1. Discharge the refrigerant from the A/C system. Refer toATC-138, "Discharging Refrigerant".
2. Drain the coolant from the engine cooling system. Refer toCO-8, "
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT".
3. Remove the heater core pipes RH nut.
4. Disconnect the heater core hoses from the heater core.
5. Disconnect the high- and low-pressure A/C pipes from the
expansion valve.
6. Move the two front seats to the rearmost position on the seat
track.
7. Remove the instrument panel and console panel. Refer toIP-10,
"Removal and Installation".
8. Remove the two front floor ducts.
9. Remove the steering column. Refer toPS-10, "
Removal and
Installation".
10. Disconnect the instrument panel wire harness at the RH and LH in-line connector brackets, and the fuse
block (SMJ) electrical connectors. Refer toPG-38, "
Harness Layout".
11. Remove the covers then remove the three steering member bolts from each side to disconnect the steer-
ing member from the vehicle body.
12. Remove the heater and cooling unit assembly with it attached to the steering member, from the vehicle.
CAUTION:
lUse care not to damage the seats and interior trim panels when removing the heater and cooling
unit assembly with it attached to the steering member.
lUse suitable plugs on the heater core pipes to prevent coolant leakage.
13. Remove the heater and cooling unit assembly from the steering member.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
lReplace the O-ring of the low-pressure A/C pipe and high-pressure A/C pipe with a new one, and
apply compressor oil to the O-ring for installation.
lAfter charging the refrigerant, check for leaks. Refer toATC-150, "Checking for Refrigerant Leaks"
.
NOTE:
lFill the engine cooling system with the specified coolant mixture. Refer toCO-8, "REFILLING ENGINE
COOLANT".
lRecharge the A/C system. Refer toATC-138, "Evacuating System and Charging Refrigerant".
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HFC-134a (R-134a) Service ProcedureEJS006CL
SETTING OF SERVICE TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Discharging Refrigerant
WARNING:
Avoid breathing A/C refrigerant and lubricant vapor or mist. Exposure may irritate eyes, nose and
throat. Remove HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerant from the A/C system using certified service equipment
meeting requirements of SAE J2210 HFC-134a (R-134a) recycling equipment or SAE J2201 HFC-134a
(R-134a) recovery equipment. If an accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate the work area before
resuming service. Additional health and safety information may be obtained from the refrigerant and
lubricant manufacturers.
Evacuating System and Charging Refrigerant
1. Shut-off valve 2. A/C service valve 3. Recovery/Recycling equipment ACR 2000
(J-43600) with refrigerant identifier
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1. Shut-off valve 2. A/C service valve 3. Recovery/Recycling equipment ACR
2000 (J-43600) with refrigerant identifier
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Removal and Installation for Compressor
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A/C Compressor Mounting
REMOVAL
1. Discharge the A/C refrigerant. Refer toATC-138, "HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".
2. Remove the front left wheel and tire assembly. Refer toWT-5, "
Rotation".
3. Remove the engine cover.
4. Remove the front left mud guard.
5. Remove the front left splash shield.
6. Remove the engine air cleaner and air ducts. Refer toEM-15, "
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT".
7. Remove the drive belt. Refer toEM-12, "
DRIVE BELTS".
8. Disconnect the compressor harness connector.
9. Disconnect both the front high-pressure flexible A/C hose and front low-pressure flexible A/C hose from
the compressor.
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
10. Remove the A/C compressor bolts using power tools.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
lReplace the O-ring of the front low-pressure flexible A/C hose and front high-pressure flexible A/C
hose with a new one, apply compressor oil to the O-rings before installation.
lAfter recharging the A/C system with refrigerant, check for leaks. Refer toATC-150, "Checking for
Refrigerant Leaks".
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1. Compressor 2. Alternator and A/C compressor
bracket3. Timing chain case
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BREAK-IN OPERATION
When replacing compressor clutch assembly, always conduct the break-in operation. This is done by engag-
ing and disengaging the clutch about 30 times. Break-in operation raises the level of transmitted torque.
Removal and Installation for High-pressure Flexible A/C HoseEJS006CP
REMOVAL
1. Remove the front left wheel and tire assembly. Refer toWT-5, "Rotation".
2. Remove the front left mud guard.
3. Remove the front left splash shield.
4. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer toATC-138, "
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".
5. Remove the high-pressure flexible A/C hose. Refer toATC-140, "
Components".
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Refer toATC-140, "
Components".
CAUTION:
lReplace the O-ring of the high-pressure flexible A/C hose with a new one, then apply compressor
oil to it for installation.
lAfter charging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation for High-pressure A/C PipeEJS006CQ
REMOVAL
1. Remove the front right wheel and tire assembly. Refer toWT-5, "Rotation".
2. Remove the front right mud guard.
3. Remove the front right splash shield.
4. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer toATC-138, "
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".
5. Remove the low pressure A/C pipe. Refer toATC-147, "
Removal and Installation for Low-pressure A/C
Pipe".
6. Remove the high-pressure A/C pipe. Refer toATC-146, "
Removal and Installation for High-pressure A/C
Pipe".
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Refer toATC-140, "
Components".
CAUTION:
lReplace the O-ring of the high-pressure A/C pipe with a new one, then apply compressor oil to it
for installation.
lAfter charging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation for Low-pressure Flexible A/C HoseEJS006CR
REMOVAL
1. Remove the front right wheel and tire assembly. Refer toWT-5, "Rotation".
2. Remove the front right mud guard.
3. Remove the front right splash shield.
4. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer toATC-138, "
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
5. Remove the low-pressure flexible A/C hose. Refer toATC-140, "
Components".
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Refer toATC-140, "
Components".

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CAUTION:
lReplace the O-ring of the low-pressure flexible A/C hose with a new one, then apply compressor
oil to it for installation.
lAfter charging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation for Low-pressure A/C PipeEJS006CS
REMOVAL
1. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer toATC-138, "HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".
2. Disconnect the heater pump connector.
3. Remove the heater pump from the bracket and reposition out of the way. Do not disconnect the heater
hoses from the heater pump.
4. Remove the low-pressure A/C pipe. Refer toATC-140, "
Components".
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Refer toATC-140, "
Components".
CAUTION:
lReplace the O-ring of the low-pressure A/C pipe with a new one, then apply compressor oil to it for
installation.
lAfter charging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation for Refrigerant Pressure SensorEJS006CV
REMOVAL
1. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer toATC-138, "HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".
2. Disconnect the refrigerant pressure sensor harness connector
and remove the refrigerant pressure sensor from the condenser.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the condenser fins.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Refer toATC-140, "
Components".
CAUTION:
lBe careful not to damage the condenser fins.
lApply compressor oil to the O-ring of the refrigerant pressure sensor for installation.
lAfter charging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation for CondenserEJS006CW
REMOVAL
1. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer toATC-138, "HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".
2. Remove the radiator. Refer toCO-11, "
RADIATOR".
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the core surface of the condenser and the radiator.
3. Disconnect the high-pressure flexible A/C hose and the high-pressure A/C pipe from the condenser.
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipes with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
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4. Disconnect the refrigerant pressure sensor harness connector.
5. Remove the refrigerant pressure sensor from the condenser.
6. Lift the condenser out of the mounting grommets and remove
the condenser.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Refer toATC-140, "
Components".
CAUTION:
lReplace the O-rings of the high-pressure A/C pipe and the high-pressure flexible A/C hose with
new ones, then apply compressor oil to them for installation.
lAfter charging refrigerant, check for leaks.
lReplace the mounting grommets as necessary.
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CAUTION:
Replace the O-rings on the A/C low-pressure flexible A/C hose and the high-pressure A/C pipe with
new ones. Apply compressor oil to the O-rings for installation.
Removal and Installation for Expansion ValveEJS006CZ
REMOVAL
1. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer toATC-138, "HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".
2. Remove the heater and cooling unit assembly. Refer toATC-126, "
REMOVAL".
3. Remove the heater core and evaporator pipes grommet.
4. Remove the expansion valve.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
lReplace the O-rings on then expansion valve and the A/C refrigerant pipes with new ones, then
apply compressor oil to them for installation.
lAfter charging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Checking for Refrigerant LeaksEJS006D1
Perform a visual inspection of all refrigeration parts, fittings, hoses and components for signs of A/C lubricant
leakage, damage and corrosion. A/C lubricant leakage may indicate an area of refrigerant leakage. Allow
extra inspection time in these areas when using either an electronic refrigerant leak detector or fluorescent
dye leak detector.
If dye is observed, confirm the leak with an electronic refrigerant leak detector. It is possible a prior leak was
repaired and not properly cleaned.
When searching for leaks, do not stop when one leak is found but continue to check for additional leaks at all
system components and connections.
When searching for refrigerant leaks using an electronic leak detector, move the probe along the suspected
leak area at 1 to 2 inches per second and no further than 1/4 inch from the component.
CAUTION:
Moving the electronic leak detector probe slower and closer to the suspected leak area will improve
the chances of finding a leak.
Checking System for Leaks Using the Fluorescent Leak DetectorEJS006D2
1. Check A/C system for leaks using the UV lamp and safety goggles [SST: J-42220] in a low sunlight area
(area without windows preferable). Illuminate all components, fittings and lines. The dye will appear as a
bright green/yellow area at the point of leakage. Fluorescent dye observed at the evaporator drain open-
ing indicates an evaporator core assembly (tubes, core or expansion valve) leak.
2. If the suspected area is difficult to see, use an adjustable mirror or wipe the area with a clean shop rag or
cloth, with the UV lamp for dye residue.
3. After the leak is repaired, remove any residual dye using dye cleaner [SST: J-43872] to prevent future mis-
diagnosis.
4. Perform a system performance check and verify the leak repair with an approved electronic refrigerant
leak detector.
NOTE:
Other gases in the work area or substances on the A/C components, for example, anti-freeze, windshield
washer fluid, solvents and lubricants, may falsely trigger the leak detector. Make sure the surfaces to be
checked are clean.
Cleanwithadryclothorblowoffwithshopair.
Do not allow the sensor tip of the detector to contact with any substance. This can also cause false readings
and may damage the detector.Expansion valve bolts : 4 N·m (0.41 kg-m, 35 in-lb)
A/C refrigerant pipe to expansion valve bolt : Refer toATC-140, "
Components"
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Dye InjectionEJS006D3
(This procedure is only necessary when recharging the system or when the compressor has seized and was
replaced.)
1. Check A/C system static (at rest) pressure. Pressure must be at least 345 kPa (3.45 bar, 3.52 kg/cm
2,50
psi).
2. Pour one bottle (1/4 ounce / 7.4 cc) of the A/C refrigerant dye into the injector tool [SST: J-41459].
3. Connect the injector tool to the A/C Low-pressure side service fitting.
4. Start engine and switch A/C ON.
5. When the A/C operating (compressor running), inject one bottle (1/4 ounce / 7.4 cc) of fluorescent dye
through the low-pressure service valve using dye injector tool J-41459 (refer to the manufacture’s operat-
ing instructions).
6. With the engine still running, disconnect the injector tool from the service fitting.
CAUTION:
Be careful the A/C system or replacing a component, pour the dye directly into the open system
connection and proceed with the service procedures.
7. Operate the A/C system for a minimum of 20 minutes to mix the dye with the system oil. Depending on the
leak size, operating conditions and location of the leak, it may take from minutes to days for the dye to
penetrate a leak and become visible.
Electronic Refrigerant Leak DetectorEJS006D4
PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING LEAK DETECTOR
When performing a refrigerant leak check, use an A/C electrical leak
detector (SST) or equivalent. Ensure that the instrument is calibrated
and set properly per the operating instructions.
The leak detector is a delicate device. In order to use the leak detec-
tor properly, read the operating instructions and perform any speci-
fied maintenance.
1. Position probe approximately 5 mm (3/16 in) away from point to
be checked.
2. When testing, circle each fitting completely with probe.
SHA705EB
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