I have a problem!

[Sal-XK]

This don't sound like $700 in labor to me.

Removal & Installation

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
   
2. Recover the refrigerant using approved equipment.
   
3. Remove the 3 A/C compressor pulley shield bolts and the A/C compressor pulley shield (if equipped).
   
4. Remove the drive belt.
   
5. Remove the cooling fan assembly.
   
6. Remove the lower radiator splash shield.
   
7. Remove the lower compressor nut.
   
8. To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
   
9. Completely loosen the lower compressor stud.
   
10. To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
    
11. Completely loosen the lower compressor bolt.
    
12. To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    
13. Disconnect the A/C pressure transducer electrical connector.
    
14. Disconnect the field coil electrical connector.
    
15. Loosen the compressor manifold bolt and position the compressor manifold aside.
    
16. Discard the O-ring seals.
    
17. To install, tighten to 21 Nm (15 lb-ft).
    
18. Remove the upper compressor nut.
    
19. To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    
20. Completely loosen the upper compressor stud.
    
21. To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
    
22. Completely loosen the upper compressor bolt.
    
23. Remove the 2 compressor studs and the 2 compressor bolts.
    
24. The A/C compressor must be removed through the opening between the coolant pump and upper radiator support.
    
25. Remove the A/C compressor.

To install:

1. If a new A/C compressor is to be installed, the clutch assembly must be transferred from the old unit to the new unit.
   
2. Install new O-ring seals.
   
3. If filtering of the refrigerant system is not to be carried out, lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil.
   
4. Install the A/C compressor.
   
5. Install the 2 compressor studs and the 2 compressor bolts and tighten the bolts to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm), tighten the studs to 80 inch lbs. (10 Nm).
   
6. Install the upper compressor nut and tighten to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm).
   
7. Discard the O-ring seals.
   
8. Install the compressor manifold and tighten the bolt to 15 ft. lbs. (20 Nm).
   
9. Connect the field coil electrical connector.
   
10. Connect the A/C pressure transducer electrical connector.
    
11. Install the lower compressor bolt and tighten to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm).
    
12. Install the lower compressor stud and tighten to 80 inch lbs. (10 Nm).
    
13. Install the lower compressor nut and tighten to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm).
    
14. Install the lower radiator splash shield.
    
15. Install the cooling fan assembly.
    
16. Install the drive belt.
    
17. Install the 3 A/C compressor pulley shield bolts and the A/C compressor pulley shield (if equipped).
    
18. Recharge the refrigerant system using approved equipment.

[Matt]

Yeah dude... based on that $1400 sounds outrageous. Get a 2nd opinion.

[Sal-XK]

Yeah dude... based on that $1400 sounds outrageous. Get a 2nd opinion.

That's what I'm thinking as well. Also everywhere I check the cost of the part out at I don't see it over $300 and that includes the clutch assembly and new O rings and stuff. I know they have to mark there parts up but come on man $500 mark up that's rough bro. I haven't taken a car in for repair in so long I remember why now.

[AJeepZJ]

Geebus Sal - Thats ridiculous.... Just charge the AC in the XJ, let her drive the XK for a little - lol.

No - I wouldn't know where to start - If your're still trying to figure it out by the team I come rolling through Central and Western NC - I can give ya a hand.