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The contents of this manual, including illustrations, vice personnel to provide efficient and correct service drawings and specifications were the latest available and maintenance on the TM08, TM13, TM15 & TM16 at the time of printing. model compressors (for HFC-134a) for automotive air Valeo Japan reserves the right to make changes in conditioning.
1-Product description - Magnetic clutch Magnetic clutch VALEO TM08, TM13, TM15 & TM16 are available either as a compressor and magnetic clutch assembly or as a compressor body that customers can fit with compatible magnetic clutches. The magnetic clutch design Valeo has been promoting for more than 20 years is now gradually adopted by other major market actors.
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1-Product description - Name Plate Name plate To ensure that the compressor operates smoothly, respect carefully the indications written on the name plate. Name plate As TM13, TM15 & TM16 compressors have al- most the same dimensions, the best way to differentiate them quickly is by referring to the COMP .
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1-Product description - Swash plate system Swash plate system Valeo TM08, TM13, TM15 & TM16 are 6 cylinder swash plate type compressors. With this type of The drive shaft, which is driven by the engine compressor, the cylinders and pistons are arranged through the magnetic clutch, is equipped with a axially along the drive shaft.
2-Operation precautions 1. During the off season of the air conditioner, operate the compressor for a few minutes once a week. 2. Do not drive through water. Water may damage the magnetic clutch, thus preventing normal operation. 3. Do not allow a compressor that has not been used for a long period to become wet.
3-Handling instructions Maintenance precautions Work area As the components of air conditioners are particularly sensitive to moisture, dirt and rust, always observe the following: • Work indoors whenever possible • Select a flat ground work area • Keep the work area clean •...
3-Handling instruction 2. Do not release refrigerant into the air Do not release refrigerant into Although HFC-134a is not subject to CFC regulations, the air it can have effect on global warming and so should not be released into the air. When removing refrigerant from the air conditioner system, always use a refrigerant recovery unit made especially for HFC-134a.
3-Handling instructions Oil return operation Compressor oil mixed with refrigerant is circulating in the air conditioning system. Perform the oil return operation to return this oil to the compressor before removing components from the system. 1. Open the doors and windows and operate the blower motor at maximum speed.
3-Handling instructions Oil contamination Opacity Color change Foreign substances Unlike engine oil, no cleaning agent is added to Metal filings the compressor oil. Even if the compressor is run for a long period (approximately 1 season), the oil never becomes turbid as long as there is noth- ing wrong with the compressor or its method of use.
Same as compressor and the system components. TM08 or more recovered Therefore, refer to the table at left when TM13 under recharging the compressor with oil. Excess TM15 oil adversely affects the cooling capacity and the compressor.
3-Handling instructions Running-in operation Flexible hose Whenever moving parts have been replaced, it is necessary to run-in both the compressor and the magnetic clutch. Compressor running-in Reassembled compressors must be run-in after the leak test (see next page). 1. Check that the compressor contains the specified amount of oil.
3-Handling instructions Leak test Valve assembly The compressor must be checked for refrigerant (597017-1120) leaks after it is repaired. The procedure is as fol- lows. 1. Using the valve assembly (597017-1120), fill the compressor with refrigerant through the suction side, raising the refrigerant pres- sure to at least 0.39 MPaG {5 kgf/cm , 56.3 psig}.
3-Handling Instructions Refrigerant charging Countermeasures to avoid charging with the wrong refrigerant have been taken. These include different shaped service valves, different service tool thread sizes, caution stickers and labels. In order to prevent a liquid charge and greatly increase risks of compressor dammage, do not shake or turn the refrigerant bottle upside-down.
3-Handling Instructions Installation position 45˚ 45˚ The compressor should be installed in the vehicle within the range shown on the left-hand figure. If it is installed outside this range, the compressor will be adversely affected. This compressor is equipped with a pressure feed 10˚...
3-Handling Instructions Piping precautions O-ring positions CORRECT INCORRECT INCORRECT 1. Position the O-Ring against the bulge in the pipe when connecting hoses and pipes. 2. Coat the piping connections and the O-rings O-ring Pipe bulge with PAG oil. Apply oil thoroughly to these areas CAUTION! Always use the specified oil for HFC134a Piping connection...
4-Troubleshooting Compressor troubleshooting When a problem occurs during the compressor operation, it is often difficult to pinpoint exact the cause of the malfunction. As long as the compressor maintenance is done correctly, there should not be any problem throughout the whole vehicle life, but should it happen, we hope this troubleshooting can help you solve the issue efficiently.
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4-Troubleshooting 1. Insufficient cooling capacity Issue Symptom Possible cause Measure Compressor internal part Magnetic clutch slips when Compressor is Replace the compressor damage turning on the A/C switch not running (No cool blow Fix the refrigerant leakage Low pressure cut switch coming out) Refrigerant shortage then fill with refrigerant until operates (see p.26-27)
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Troubleshooting Issue Symptom Possible cause Measure Compressor Reduce the refrigerant Both discharge and suction runs Excess of refrigerant charge until reaching the pressures are high intermittently right amount (Cool blow Replace the condenser after comes out only Condenser fan failure making sure it is defective from time to time) The magnetic clutch slips or...
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4-Troubleshooting 2. Abnormal noise Issue Symptom Possible cause Measure Abnormal vibration after Compressor installation bolt Increase tightening torque of Abnormal turning on the A/C switch is loose the loose bolts noise from the compressor Wide gap at the attaching Improve the compressor portion between the attaching portion compressor and the bracket...
4-Troubleshooting A/C cycle diagnosis by gauge pressure Following is a diagnosis procedure to connect gauge manifold to A/C cycle, measure suction and discharge pressures and analyze the defects of the cycle. Operation conditions of the A/C cycle for pressure mesuring: 1. Ambient temperature: 30 - 35 °C 2.
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4-Troubleshooting Gauge pressure Cause Confirmation method Action to take indication Both discharge and Excess of refrigerant Connect gauge Recover refrigerant, suction pressures are manifold to cycle then refill with the high right amount of refrigerant Condenser cooling Condenser becomes Clean up, hand repair malfunction muddy and fins are of fin and replacement clogged and collapsed.
6-Service procedures - Magnetic clutch Magnetic clutch Drive plate holder Removal 597031-2600 1. Remove the center bolt using the drive plate holder (597031-2600) to prevent armature assembly rotation. 2. Remove the drive plate using the drive plate puller (597032-2621). Remove the shims from Drive plate puller the compressor drive plate or drive shaft.
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6-Service procedures - Magnetic clutch 7. Remove the field coil’s lead wire bushing Remover using the remover (597035-3820). 597035-3820 8. Remove the three field coil/compressor screws. Then remove the field coil. CAUTION! Do not hold the field coil by the harness. Lead wire bushing Inspection 1. If the contact surface has been damaged by excessive heat, the armature and pulley must be replaced.
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6- Service procedures - Magnetic clutch Magnetic clutch Installation 1. Install the field coil on the compressor (with Field coil the harness on top) and tighten the mounting screws to the specified torque. Specified torque: 4 ~ 6 N·m Screws {0.4 ~0.6 kgf·m, 3.0 ~ 4.4 lbf·ft} 2. Carefully place the the wire harness bushing. Pulley Installer Pulley assembly Press...
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6- Service procedures - Magnetic clutch 7. Check that the clutch clearance is as specified. If necessary adjust the clearance using shim(s). Gap adjustment 0.3~0.6 mm Adjusting shims are available in the following thickness: Shim Part No Thickness 596541-1900 0.1 mm (0.0039 in) Thickness gauge 596541-2000 0.3 mm (0.0118 in)
7- Services procedures - Shaft seal assembly Shaft seal assembly Removal 1. Remove the magnetic clutch assembly as described on page 36. 2. Remove the oil filler plug and then drain the oil. 3. Remove the five bolts securing the heads. 4. Remove the snap ring using internal snap ring pliers.
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7- Services procedures - Shaft seal assembly Inspection The shaft seal must not be reused. Always use a new shaft seal when reassembling the compressor. Ensure that the seal seat is free from lint and dirt that could damage the shaft seal lip.
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7- Services procedures - Shaft seal assembly 5. Install the snap ring using internal snap ring pliers. Press the snap ring using the installing end of the remover (597032-5520) until a “click” is heard. Snap ring Internal snap ring pliers Note Guide 1.
8- Services procedures - Cylinder heads Cylinder heads (Front & Rear) Bolts Disassembly 1. Remove the magnetic clutch assembly as described on page 36. 2. Remove the connector’s caps and the drain plug and then drain the oil. 3. Remove the shaft seal , as described in “shaft seal removal “...
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8- Services procedures - Cylinder heads 8. To remove the rear cylinder head, alternately tap the two projections on the front head using the remover (5970350500) and mallet. Remover 597035-0500 9. Remove the O-ring from the rear cylinder head, and then remove all the gasket material from the rear cylinder.
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8- Services procedures - Cylinder heads Reassembly Escape groove Rear cylinder head 1. Place the cylinder shaft assembly on the Suction valve bench with the rear side up. 2. Install the rear suction valve so that it matches the roll pins. CAUTION! Ensure each valve matches each cylinder valve escape groove.
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8- Services procedures - Cylinder heads Front cylinder head 1. Place the cylinder shaft assembly on the bench with the front side up. Valve plate 2. Install the front suction valve so that it matches the spring pins. O-ring CAUTION! Suction valve Ensure each valve matches each cylin- der’s valve escape groove.
9- Service tools In addition to standard tools, numerous special tools are necessary to service the Valeo TM08, TM13, TM15 & TM16 compressor. The use of these special tools enables prompt and correct compressor service. The special tools are classified into three groups: those for magnetic clutch disassembly and reassembly;...
9- Service tools Compressor tools Reference Part name Part No Shape Application page To remove the shaft Shaf Seal Remover 597035-5520 seal To remove cylinder Remover 43-44 597035-0500 head and cylinder block Guide 41-42-46 To install shaft seal 597067-1102 Test and inspection tools Reference Part name Part No Shape...