Acura 38800-PH7-661 A/C Compressor Assembly (Denso)

1. Discharge and recycle the air conditioning system refrigerant. 2. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery. 3. Set the parking brake, block the rear wheels, and raise the front of the vehicle on jackstands. 4. Remove the lower splash guard. 5. Remove the drivebelt. 6. On Integra models, remove the intake air duct. 7. Disconnect the compressor clutch wiring harness. 8. Disconnect the refrigerant lines from the compressor by removing the bolts and detaching the refrigerant lines. 9. Plug the open fittings to prevent entry of dirt and moisture. 10. On Legend models, remove the front bumper, grille, spoiler, and right radius rod. 11. Unbolt the compressor from the mounting brackets and remove it from the vehicle.