AIR CONDITIONING UNIT REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed and installed, or replaced during air conditioning unit removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced
Replaced Part or Performed Procedure Necessary Procedure Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed Link
Disconnect cable from negative battery terminal Memorize steering angle neutral point LKA/LDA System

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Intelligent clearance sonar system*1
Pre-crash safety system

Lighting system (EXT)


  • Cornering lights
Adaptive high beam system
Drive the vehicle until stop and start control is permitted (approximately 15 to 60 minutes) Stop and start system

Click here

Memorize steering angle neutral point Parking assist monitor system (w/ Parallel parking assist function)

Click here

Parking assist monitor system (w/ Parallel parking assist function)

Click here

Panoramic view monitor system

Click here

Initialize back door lock Power door lock control system

Click here

Reset back door close position Power back door system

Click here

Removal/installation of the spiral cable with sensor sub-assembly

  • Steering angle neutral point (Initialize parking assist monitor system)

  • Steering angle setting

 Parking assist monitor system (w/ Parallel parking assist function)

Click here for Initialization

Click here for Calibration
Parking assist monitor system (w/o parallel parking assist function)

Click here for Initialization

Click here for Calibration
Steering angle neutral point (Initialize panoramic view monitor system) Panoramic view monitor system

Click here for Initialization

Click here for Calibration
Steering angle neutral point (Initialize intelligent clearance sonar system) Intelligent clearance sonar system

Click here


  • No. 1 air conditioning radiator damper servo sub-assembly

  • No. 2 air conditioning radiator damper servo sub-assembly

  • No. 3 air conditioning radiator damper servo sub-assembly

 Initialize servo motor (Air conditioning system) DTCs are stored

Click here

*1: When performing learning using the GTS.
Click here Click here

PROCEDURE


  1. PRECAUTION

    Note


    • Make sure to select face mode before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

    • Make sure to perform initialization after replacing the air conditioning radiator damper servo sub-assembly. If initialization is not performed, the air conditioner unit assembly will not perform properly as the air conditioning amplifier assembly will not be able to recognize the position of the air conditioning radiator damper sub-assembly.

  2. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

    for HFC-134a (R134a):

    Click here

    for HFO-1234yf (R1234yf):

    Click here

  3. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR AND LINK

    Click here

  4. REMOVE OUTER COWL TOP PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for LHD)

    Click here

  5. REMOVE OUTER COWL TOP PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for RHD)

    Click here

  6. DISCONNECT SUCTION PIPE SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/o Sub-cool Accelerator)


    1. for 8AR-FTS:


      1. B005PXS

        Remove the bolt and rotate the hook connector as shown in the illustration.

      2. B005LSZ

        Disconnect the suction pipe sub-assembly.

      3. Remove the O-ring from the suction pipe sub-assembly.

        Note

        Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

    2. for 2GR-FKE:


      1. B005Q6Z

        Remove the bolt and rotate the hook connector as shown in the illustration.

      2. B005P3V

        Disconnect the suction pipe sub-assembly.

      3. Remove the O-ring from the suction pipe sub-assembly.

        Note

        Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

  7. DISCONNECT NO. 2 AIR CONDITIONER TUBE AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY (w/ Sub-cool Accelerator)


    1. for 8AR-FTS LHD:


      1. B005NA1

        Remove the bolt and rotate the hook connector as shown in the illustration.

      2. B005O5E

        Disconnect the No. 2 air conditioner tube and accessory assembly.

      3. Remove the 2 O-rings from the No. 2 air conditioner tube and accessory assembly.

        Note

        Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

    2. for 8AR-FTS RHD:


      1. B005Q64

        Remove the bolt and rotate the hook connector as shown in the illustration.

      2. B005OPK

        Disconnect the No. 2 air conditioner tube and accessory assembly.

      3. Remove the 2 O-rings from the No. 2 air conditioner tube and accessory assembly.

        Note

        Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

    3. for 2GR-FKE:


      1. B005OAZ

        Remove the bolt and rotate the hook connector as shown in the illustration.

      2. B005QDE

        Disconnect the No. 2 air conditioner tube and accessory assembly.

      3. Remove the 2 O-rings from the No. 2 air conditioner tube and accessory assembly.

        Note

        Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

  8. DISCONNECT AIR CONDITIONER TUBE AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY (w/o Sub-cool Accelerator)


    1. for 8AR-FTS:


      1. B005P70

        Disconnect the air conditioner tube and accessory assembly.

      2. Remove the O-ring from the air conditioner tube and accessory assembly.

        Note

        Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

    2. for 2GR-FKE:


      1. B005LOQ

        Disconnect the air conditioner tube and accessory assembly.

      2. Remove the O-ring from the air conditioner tube and accessory assembly.

        Note

        Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

  9. DISCONNECT OUTLET HEATER WATER HOSE


    1. B005N7G

      Using pliers, grip the claws of the clip and slide the clip to disconnect the outlet heater water hose.

      Note


      • Do not apply excessive force to the outlet heater water hose.

      • Prepare a drain pan or cloth in case the coolant leaks.

  10. DISCONNECT INLET HEATER WATER HOSE


    1. B005QCH

      Using pliers, grip the claws of the clip and slide the clip to disconnect the inlet heater water hose.

      Note


      • Do not apply excessive force to the inlet heater water hose.

      • Prepare a drain pan or cloth in case the coolant leaks.

  11. REMOVE FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY LH

    Click here

  12. REMOVE FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY RH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure as for the LH side.

  13. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD ASSEMBLY

    Click here

  14. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY

    Click here

  15. REMOVE ACCELERATOR PEDAL PAD

    for 8AR-FTS:

    Click here

    for 2GR-FKS:

    Click here

  16. REMOVE ACCELERATOR PEDAL

    for 8AR-FTS:

    Click here

    for 2GR-FKS:

    Click here

  17. REMOVE TRANSMISSION FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY

    for U661E Automatic Transmission / Transaxle:

    Click here

    for U661F Automatic Transmission / Transaxle:

    Click here

    for U881E Automatic Transmission / Transaxle:

    Click here

    for U881F Automatic Transmission / Transaxle:

    Click here

  18. REMOVE TELEMATICS TRANSCEIVER WITH BRACKET (w/ Telematics Transceiver for G-BOOK)

    Click here

  19. REMOVE TELEMATICS TRANSCEIVER (w/ Telematics Transceiver except G-BOOK)

    Click here

  20. REMOVE NO. 3 CONSOLE BOX MOUNTING BRACKET

    Click here

  21. REMOVE SHIFT AND SELECT LEVER SUPPORT

    Click here

  22. REMOVE NO. 1 CONSOLE BOX DUCT

    Click here

  23. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 AIR DUCT


    1. B005LIN

      Disengage the 4 guides and turn back the front floor carpet assembly as shown in the illustration.

    2. B005OT4

      Remove the clip.

    3. Disengage the claw and remove the rear No. 2 air duct.

  24. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 AIR DUCT


    1. B005NDR

      Disengage each clamp.

    2. Disengage the 2 claws and remove the rear No. 1 air duct.

  25. REMOVE REAR NO. 4 AIR DUCT


    1. B005M69

      Disengage the 4 guides and turn back the front floor carpet assembly as shown in the illustration.

    2. B005MLR

      Remove the clip.

    3. Disengage the claw and remove the rear No. 4 air duct.

  26. REMOVE REAR NO. 3 AIR DUCT


    1. B005P6M

      Disengage the 2 claws and remove the rear No. 3 air duct.

  27. REMOVE DOUBLE LOCK DOOR CONTROL RELAY ASSEMBLY (w/ Double Locking System)

    for LHD:

    Click here

    for RHD:

    Click here

  28. REMOVE ECU INTEGRATION BOX LH (for RHD)

    Click here

  29. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL JUNCTION BLOCK ASSEMBLY WITH MAIN BODY ECU

    for LHD:

    Click here

    for RHD:

    Click here

  30. REMOVE PARKING ASSIST ECU (w/ Panoramic View Monitor System)

    for LHD:

    Click here

  31. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. B005MAKC01
      B005NIZ Nut
      B005LWS Screw
      B005N37 Bolt

      Disengage each clamp.

    2. Remove the 2 nuts, screw, 2 bolts and No. 1 instrument panel brace sub-assembly.

  32. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. B005PV4C01
      B005NIZ Nut
      B005LWS Screw
      B005N37 Bolt

      Disengage each clamp.

    2. Remove the 2 nuts, screw, 2 bolts and No. 2 instrument panel brace sub-assembly.

  33. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY

    B005MTI

    1. Remove the 2 bolts and instrument panel reinforcement sub-assembly.

  34. REMOVE CENTER HEATER TO REGISTER SUB DUCT

    B005OV3

    1. Remove the 3 clips and center heater to register sub duct.

  35. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. B005OTM

      Disengage the clamp.

    2. Disengage the 6 claws to remove the No. 1 air duct sub-assembly.

  36. DISCONNECT INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE


    1. for LHD:


      1. Remove the bolt (A) and disconnect the earth wire.

        B005LYAC01
        *1 ECU Integration Box RH - -
        *a Earth Wire *b Connector Holder
        *c Nut (A) *d Nut (B)
        *e Nut (C) *f Nut (D)
        *g Bolt (A) *h Bolt (B)
        B005NIZ Nut B005LWS Connector
        B005N37 Bolt - -

      2. Remove the nut (A).

      3. Remove the nut (B).

      4. Remove the 2 nuts (C) and disconnect the connector holder.

      5. Remove the bolt (B) and 2 nuts (D), and disconnect the ECU integration box RH.

      6. Disconnect each connector.

      7. Disengage each clamp and disconnect the instrument panel wire.

    2. for RHD:


      1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the earth wire.

        B005O3CC01
        *A w/ Panoramic View Monitor System - -
        *1 Parking Assist ECU - -
        *a Earth Wire *b Connector Holder
        *c Nut (A) *d Nut (B)
        *e Nut (C) *f Nut (D)
        B005NIZ Nut B005LWS Connector
        B005N37 Bolt - -

      2. Remove the nut (A).

      3. Remove the nut (B).

      4. Remove the 2 nuts (C) and disconnect the connector holder.

      5. w/ Panoramic View Monitor System:

        Remove the 2 nuts (D) and disconnect the parking assist ECU.

      6. Disconnect each connector.

      7. Disengage each clamp and disconnect the instrument panel wire.

  37. REMOVE BRAKE PEDAL RETURN SPRING

    for LHD:

    Click here

    for RHD:

    Click here

  38. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL REINFORCEMENT ASSEMBLY WITH AIR CONDITIONER UNIT ASSEMBLY

    Note


    • Be sure to support the air conditioner unit assembly when removing it. Failure to do so may cause the bracket of the air conditioner unit assembly to break.

    • When disassembling the air conditioner unit assembly, eliminate static electricity by touching the vehicle body to prevent the components from being damaged.


    1. B005N2H

      Remove the 2 hole plugs.

    2. B005LIL

      Remove the 2 bolts.

    3. B005OGN

      Disengage the claw and disconnect the drain cooler hose from the piping clamp.

    4. Remove the 4 bolts (A).

      B005PFDC01
      B005NIZ Bolt (A) B005LWS Bolt (B)
      B005N37 Nut - -

    5. Remove the 2 bolts (B) and disconnect the brake pedal support assembly.

    6. Remove the nut.

    7. Disconnect each connector.

      B005Q2AC01
      B005OOA Remove in this Direction - -

    8. Disengage the 2 guides and remove the instrument panel reinforcement assembly with air conditioner unit assembly as shown in the illustration.

  39. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONER UNIT ASSEMBLY


    1. Remove the 3 bolts and air conditioner unit assembly from the instrument panel reinforcement assembly.

      B005O24