A/C compressor installation issues

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Feb 2, 2004 | 08:56 AM

zszabo

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A/C compressor installation issues

I took off the compressor when I put the turbo kit in and now it doesn't want to go back! I tried putting it back from underneath the car but was unsuccessful.

Question: if I remove the radiator, will this help? I think it should, but I can't remember if anything else is in the way.

Feb 2, 2004 | 09:06 AM

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its not getting caught up on the dowel sleeves is it?...

Feb 2, 2004 | 09:14 AM

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Where are those located?

Feb 2, 2004 | 09:26 AM

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circled in red.. and I think there is another one in the opposite corner (where the red arrow is pointing) but I'm not sure

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Feb 2, 2004 | 09:42 AM

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thanks, I'll check it out.

I'll probably still pull off the radiator, though. For one, I'm not sure I can put back the upper bolts.

Feb 2, 2004 | 10:11 AM

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You do NOT need to pull the radiator or the lock carrier to install the a/c pump.

Feb 2, 2004 | 10:47 AM

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For some reason I'm having a problem with it

Won't go back in. I tried it without the belt first - no luck. Then I tried with the belt on and that was even worse. I think one of the hose clamps is in the way.