So my AC compressor is shot due to mud/water getting in it. the dealer wants to charge me 1000$ to fix it..i think not. I found a basically brand new AC compressor for 100$ off a wrecked JK so now I just need to install it. however i'm having a hard time finding any info on how to go about doing this. I have some wrenching experience and can follow directions just fine. But I have no idea where to start with this. from what i understand i need to drain the freeon from the old compressor and then unbolt and replace with the new one. Has anyone done this before and can give me some tips? or point me in the right direction of where to find info on how to do this? Thanks!

 

You really should get the Service Manual (CD or hard copy). The warnings, cautions, and number of steps is too much to post here.

The A/C receiver/drier must be replaced if an internal failure of the A/C compressor has occurred. Failure to replace the A/C receiver/drier can cause serious damage to the replacement A/C compressor.