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Old Dec 13, 2004 | 09:02 PM
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I need to do this project on Thursday. Thanx to one of the members, i now can save more money on fixing my car. I just need some directions and the proper tools to take of my starter and air compressor(for a/c). Anyone have trhem available?
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Old Dec 14, 2004 | 08:37 PM
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Old Dec 14, 2004 | 10:16 PM
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AC compressor?

You probably want a mechanic to look at that (its under pressure isnt it?)

what the heck do you need AC for now anyways?
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Old Dec 14, 2004 | 10:23 PM
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You can't change out the a/c compressor. You have to be EPA certified to pump down the system.

To swap out the starter simply take off the flywheel cover, remove the electrical connections from the end and remove the two bolts holding the starter in.
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You can't change out the a/c compressor. You have to be EPA certified to pump down the system.

To swap out the starter simply take off the flywheel cover, remove the electrical connections from the end and remove the two bolts holding the starter in.
i needed to change because its shot. The belts wont turn.
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Old Dec 14, 2004 | 10:36 PM
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Then bypass the AC Compressor. A shorter belt can be used to go around it. I do not know what # it is, but it'* been posted before.
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Old Dec 14, 2004 | 11:06 PM
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Then bypass the AC Compressor. A shorter belt can be used to go around it. I do not know what # it is, but it'* been posted before.

On a Series I?
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Old Dec 14, 2004 | 11:08 PM
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You can't change out the a/c compressor. You have to be EPA certified to pump down the system.

To swap out the starter simply take off the flywheel cover, remove the electrical connections from the end and remove the two bolts holding the starter in.
i needed to change because its shot. The belts wont turn.
You're going to have to have a shop swap out the A/C compressor.
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Old Dec 14, 2004 | 11:22 PM
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It may be able to be bypassed. I don't know if it'* possible on your motor, but it was on some.

You need to get a book for your car, if not an FSM.
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I think that the AC bypass is for Series II only
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