How to remove the A/C Compressor on Chevrolet Cruze?

To remove the air conditioning system, start by discharging and recovering the air conditioning system. Then, disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery. Loosen the lug nuts on the right front wheel, raise the vehicle, and support it securely on jackstands. Remove the right front wheel and the inner fender splash shield. Next, remove the drivebelt and, on 1.4L engine models, the charge air cooler inlet duct. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the compressor and remove the line retaining bolt. Disconnect the compressor inlet and outlet lines from the compressor, removing and discarding the old O-rings. Finally, remove the compressor mounting bolts and remove the compressor. For installation, if a new compressor is being installed, follow the directions with the compressor regarding the measuring and adding of oil prior to installation. The clutch may need to be transferred from the original to the new compressor. Before reconnecting the inlet and outlet lines to the compressor, replace the O-rings and lubricate them with refrigerant oil. Replace the air conditioning refrigerant desiccant. The remainder of the installation is the reverse of removal. Balance the compressor oil by draining the oil from the old compressor into a graduated container and recording the amount. Add this amount to any oil measured when the system was evacuated. If the total amount of oil drained is less than 1.4 oz (40 ml), no balancing is required. If it is more, subtract 1.4 oz (40 ml) from the drained amount and add the difference to the new compressor. Install the compressor and have the system evacuated, recharged, and leak tested.

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Chevrolet Cruze Compressor, Air Conditioner
Part Number: 13414020
$386.88 MSRP: $778.03
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- Other Name: Compressor Kit, A/C; Compressor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | LS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LT / LTZ 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 4 Cyl 1.8L
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Chevrolet Cruze Air Conditioner Compressor Kit
Part Number: 13395695
$295.67 MSRP: $640.00
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- Other Name: Compressor Kit, A/C ; Compressor Kit, A/C Compressor; Compressor
- Replaces: 13271268
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | LT 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 4 Cyl 1.4L
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Chevrolet Cruze A/C Compressor Kit
Part Number: 39053419
$422.56 MSRP: $893.96
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- Other Name: Compressor Kit, A/C; Compressor
- Replaces: 13414019, 13385464, 13346494
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2012-2016 Chevrolet Cruze | LT / LTZ 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 4 Cyl 1.4L
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Chevrolet Cruze A/C Compressor Kit
Part Number: 39053423
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- Other Name: Compressor Kit, A/C; Compressor
- Replaces: 13346491, 13413335
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2016 Chevrolet Cruze | LS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LT / LTZ 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 4 Cyl 1.8L
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Chevrolet Cruze A/C Compressor Kit
Part Number: 39053421
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- Other Name: Compressor Kit, A/C; Compressor
- Replaces: 13413338
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- 2014-2015 Chevrolet Cruze | LT / LTZ 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 4 Cyl 2.0L Diesel
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Chevrolet Cruze Air Conditioner Compressor Kit
Part Number: 13395696
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- Other Name: Compressor Kit,A/C; Compressor
- Replaces: 13271264
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | LS 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 4 Cyl 1.8L
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Chevrolet Cruze A/C Compressor Kit
Part Number: 39176468
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- Other Name: Compressor Kit, A/C; Compressor
- Replaces: 39067789
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2018 Chevrolet Cruze | LS , LS 4 DOOR SEDAN, LT , LT 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR SEDAN, LTZ , LTZ 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LTZ 4 DOOR SEDAN | 4 Cyl 1.4L
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Chevrolet Cruze Air Conditioner Compressor Kit
Part Number: 39176467
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- Other Name: Compressor Kit, A/C; Compressor
- Replaces: 39139990
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- 2017-2019 Chevrolet Cruze | LT 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR SEDAN | 4 Cyl 1.6L Diesel
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Chevrolet Cruze Air Conditioner Compressor Kit
Part Number: 39176466
$324.37 MSRP: $612.01
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- Other Name: Compressor Kit, A/C; Compressor
- Replaces: 39139989
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2017-2019 Chevrolet Cruze | LS 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LS 4 DOOR SEDAN, LT 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LT 4 DOOR SEDAN, LTZ 4 DOOR HATCHBACK, LTZ 4 DOOR SEDAN | 4 Cyl 1.4L
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Chevrolet Cruze Air Conditioner Compressor Kit
Part Number: 39067790
$266.84 MSRP: $503.48
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- Other Name: Compressor Kit, A/C; Compressor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2017 Chevrolet Cruze | LT 4 DOOR SEDAN | 4 Cyl 1.6L Diesel
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Chevrolet Cruze Air Conditioner Compressor Kit
Part Number: 13346489
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- Other Name: Compressor Kit, A/C; Compressor
- Replaces: 22779349
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | LT 4 DOOR NOTCHBACK | 4 Cyl 1.4L

Chevrolet Cruze A/C Compressor

The Chevrolet Cruze A/C Compressor is such a crucial component. It pressurizes the refrigerant in the A/C system so that it can continually change state. As a result, the refrigerant pulls heat out of the cabin air by switching between gas and liquid. In the case of Chevrolet, every A/C Compressor has a cycle. Low pressure refrigerant gas comes in, it is squeezed to hot high pressure gas, then it comes out to the condenser. There, outside airflow helps it shed heat. The gas then comes to the evaporator and returns as a chilly mist which is pushed into the passenger area by a blower. The process continues every time the driver asks for cool air. The A/C Compressor works efficiently in a properly working Cruze that helps keep the temperature inside the car comfortable even during the peak summer heat. While in a unit that is not working, the insides get stuffy and uncomfortable. Over the years, two refrigerant setups have existed on Chevrolet cars. The conflicting refrigerant situations involved the older system of R12 refrigerant as well as the later R134a design. You will find the latter in highly modern Chevrolet models like the Cruze. Highly importantly, each system has its own lubricant just like the refrigerant. The mineral oil utilized with R12 cannot circulate in a R134a circuit. If these kinds are mixed up, then it can damage the A/C Compressor. Therefore, vehicle owners should match refrigerant type to perform the A/C Compressor at its optimal.

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Chevrolet Cruze A/C Compressor Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q: How to remove the A/C Compressor on Chevrolet Cruze?
A:
To remove the air conditioning system, start by discharging and recovering the air conditioning system. Then, disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery. Loosen the lug nuts on the right front wheel, raise the vehicle, and support it securely on jackstands. Remove the right front wheel and the inner fender splash shield. Next, remove the drivebelt and, on 1.4L engine models, the charge air cooler inlet duct. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the compressor and remove the line retaining bolt. Disconnect the compressor inlet and outlet lines from the compressor, removing and discarding the old O-rings. Finally, remove the compressor mounting bolts and remove the compressor. For installation, if a new compressor is being installed, follow the directions with the compressor regarding the measuring and adding of oil prior to installation. The clutch may need to be transferred from the original to the new compressor. Before reconnecting the inlet and outlet lines to the compressor, replace the O-rings and lubricate them with refrigerant oil. Replace the air conditioning refrigerant desiccant. The remainder of the installation is the reverse of removal. Balance the compressor oil by draining the oil from the old compressor into a graduated container and recording the amount. Add this amount to any oil measured when the system was evacuated. If the total amount of oil drained is less than 1.4 oz (40 ml), no balancing is required. If it is more, subtract 1.4 oz (40 ml) from the drained amount and add the difference to the new compressor. Install the compressor and have the system evacuated, recharged, and leak tested.

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