93 V6 Auto 4X4 A/C Compressor Replacement
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93 V6 Auto 4X4 A/C Compressor Replacement
Newby..Looked everywhere for a write-up on AC compressor replacement. Any help would be appreciated. Compressor housing leaking and looking to replace. Saw some on line ranging from $170-$300+. Why the huge diff in $$? Saw a Denso for $273. Is this a PITA project?
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You might end up replacing seals throughout if it's been out for while, and it is sort of a PITA.
Best place I've found for Denso replacement (only way I'd go) is www.sparkplugs.com
Best place I've found for Denso replacement (only way I'd go) is www.sparkplugs.com
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Well I got a guy that swears he can do the compressor, and he owes me. FSM says to drop the P/S pump in preparation. Saw that on a timing belt thread and even that looked like a PITA. Oh well...no guts, no glory. Gotta have air in the "dry" heat of AZ. Will post anything that might help the next poor SOB.
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Curious to know how you're doing on this project. I'm in the same boat--need to replace the compressor on my 93 V6 3vze auto.
Just so happens I need to swap out my leaky PS pump, too . . .
Happy to help if you're nearby! (It would sure help me . . . )
Just so happens I need to swap out my leaky PS pump, too . . .
Happy to help if you're nearby! (It would sure help me . . . )
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jtravis...I'm in AZ. I am scratching up the $300+ to get the parts. I will try to document what we do and pass it on. Probably good idea to knock out the P/S pump while your doing yours. I'm all about fixing stuff if its in the tear-down of another component. Gonna do my timing belt and replace the W/P while I'm in there even though its working fine.
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'93 V6 A/T 4WD Runner Code 25
Put what I suspect was crappy fuel and now have engine that feels like it's running on 4-5 cylinders. Got a Code 25. Will check for vacuum leaks. I see members refer to "SeaFoaming" vacuum system. Bought a can and would like to try this. Can someone point out exactly where I introduce the Seafoam and is it done w/ engine running @ a certain RPM, etc..
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Curious to know how you're doing on this project. I'm in the same boat--need to replace the compressor on my 93 V6 3vze auto.
I am in the middle of replacing the head gaskets when I noticed that the belt for the a/c wasn't even on. Figured it must has been a problem before so PO just cut belt to save $$.
I am in the middle of replacing the head gaskets when I noticed that the belt for the a/c wasn't even on. Figured it must has been a problem before so PO just cut belt to save $$.
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If you don`t have the tools and know how it can be a real pain.
Most compressor swaps for a warranty need to be signed off by a licensed AC tech last I looked.
It sucks to spend the money for a new compressor and dryer only to have your evap coil look like it was shot with bird shot
If you don`t have the tools and know how it can be a real pain.
Most compressor swaps for a warranty need to be signed off by a licensed AC tech last I looked.
It sucks to spend the money for a new compressor and dryer only to have your evap coil look like it was shot with bird shot
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