replaced a/c compressor ...

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... and it was much easier than I thought it would be. I have an '05 and was motivated into action with $650 estimate for the repair. Found a rebuilt one with condenser and expansion valve on Amazon for $230. Advanced Auto has loaner vacuum & hoses ( at least one near me does) 'O' rings didn't match up, and leaked when getting recharged & cost extra $12 to replace. I put car on ramps, made access to bottom bolts easier but ramps really not necessary. remove fan housing for sure!

Would love to hear from someone who has replaced the expansion valve, looks like a nightmare. Mine seems fine so hoping I'll never need to do it.
 
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