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How do you change an ac compressor on a 99 Mazda 626?

Tools

* Socket Wrench

* Jack

* Jack stands

* Air conditioning refrigerant

* Freon leak repair kit

* Safety goggles

* Gloves

Instructions:

1. Turn off the engine and let it cool down.

2. Disconnect the battery.

3. Raise the vehicle and support the vehicle on jack stands.

4. Recover AC refrigerant from the old compressor.

5. Remove the serpentine belt.

6. Remove the compressor mounting bolts and remove the compressor from the vehicle.

7. Install the new compressor in the reverse order you removed them.

8. Refill AC refrigerant system.

9. Close refrigerant recovery/recharge manifold system.

10. Start engine.

11. Check A/C operation and verify leaks.