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do i really need to discharge the a/c to remove the engine?

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Old Feb 6, 2010 | 05:06 PM
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do i really need to discharge the a/c to remove the engine?

or can I just leave it connected and hang it out of the way?
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Old Feb 6, 2010 | 05:13 PM
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Re: do i really need to discharge the a/c to remove the engine?

i dont see why you cant just hang it up..try it and if all else fails then discharge it.
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Old Feb 6, 2010 | 05:24 PM
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Re: do i really need to discharge the a/c to remove the engine?

ok. i was hoping i wouldn't have to drive the car anywhere to get it discharged because the car can't be driven right now lol.
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Old Feb 6, 2010 | 05:32 PM
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Re: do i really need to discharge the a/c to remove the engine?

Just unbolt the compressor from the mount brackets, leave the hoses attached & set it to the side.
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Old Feb 6, 2010 | 05:47 PM
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Re: do i really need to discharge the a/c to remove the engine?

oh yeah thats right your supposed to have them discharged for environmental reasons huh....=X
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