The compressor is the power unit of the A/C system.
It is located on the side of engine block and driven by a V-belt of the engine.
The compressor changes low pressure and low temperature refrigerant gas into high pressure and high temperature refrigerant gas.
Variable Swash Plate Compressor
The compressor has a swash plate that rotates to reciprocate pistons, which compress refrigerant.
The variable swash plate compressor controls the swash plate
angle to change the refrigerant displacement. It achieves precise
cooling capability control in accordance with vehicle interior and
driving conditions.
The externally controlled variable swash plate compressor
changes the swash plate angle by an ECV (Electric Control Valve) in
accordance with an electrical signal from the heater & A/C control
unit.
This enables stable temperature control and improved driving sensation.
ECV Control Diagram

Replacement
1.
Discharge refrigerant from refrigeration system.
2.
Replace faulty tube or hose.
Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the sys ...
Components
1. Center Bolt2. Hub Bolt3. Hub Assembly4. Snap Ring5. Pulley6. Compressor Assembly
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Description
Transmission oil temperature sensor monitors the automatic Transmission fluid's temperature and conveys the readings to TCM.
It is an NTC (Negative Thermal Coefficient) sensor whose ...
Pantoscopic Camera Repair procedures
Removal
In case of bad quality or poor focus, be sure to check the camera lense surface condition and foreign materials.
Front Pantoscopic Camera
1.
Disconnect the negati ...
Smart Key Repair procedures
Smart Key
Battery Inspection
1.
Check that the red light flickers when the door lock or unlock button is pressed on the transmitter.
2.
Remove the battery (A) and check voltage if the red lig ...