DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
Start up the engine.
Switch A/C ON.
Turn the blower switch to ON.
Operate the cooler compressor with an engine speed of approximately 1,000 rpm for 5 to 6 minutes to circulate the refrigerant and collect the compressor oil remaining in each component into the cooler compressor.
Stop the engine.
Remove the caps from the service valves on the refrigerant line.
Connect the Freon collection/recycling device to discharge the refrigerant gas remaining in the refrigeration system.
Note
Use the Freon collection/recycling device in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual.
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
REMOVE FRONT BUMPER COVER
Apply protective tape to the outer circumference of the front bumper cover, as shown in the illustration.
Using a clip remover, remove the clip.
Remove the 3 bolts, 5 screws and 2 clips.
Disengage the 13 claws and remove the front bumper cover.
Remove the 2 clips.
REMOVE FAN & GENERATOR V BELT
While releasing the belt tension by turning the belt tensioner clockwise, remove the V-ribbed belt from the belt tensioner.
While turning the belt tensioner, align with its holes, and then insert the 3 mm (0.1181 in.) hexagon wrench into the holes to fix the V-ribbed belt tensioner.
DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY
Remove the bolt and disconnect the suction hose sub-assembly.
Remove the 2 O-rings from the suction hose sub-assembly.
Note
Seal the opening of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.
DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY
Remove the bolt and disconnect the discharge hose sub-assembly.
Remove the 2 O-rings from the discharge hose sub-assembly.
Note
Seal the opening of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.
REMOVE COMPRESSOR AND MAGNETIC CLUTCH
Disconnect the connector.
Remove the bolt, nut and compressor stay No. 1.
Remove the 4 bolts and cooler compressor and magnetic clutch.