AIR CONDITIONING UNIT (for Front Side) REMOVAL

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for RHD and LHD vehicles.

  • The procedure listed below is for LHD vehicles.


  1. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

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    09985-20010   ( 09985-02130, 09985-02150, 09985-02090, 09985-02110, 09985-02010, 09985-02050, 09985-02060, 09985-02070 )

    1. Start the engine.

    2. Turn the A/C switch ON.

    3. 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.

    4. Stop the engine.

    5. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system using a refrigerant recovery unit.

  2. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER


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      for LHD:

      Remove the 6 clips and cowl top ventilator louver RH.

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      for RHD:

      Remove the 6 clips and cowl top ventilator louver LH.

  3. PRECAUTION

    Note

    After turning the engine switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal notice before proceeding with work Click here.

  4. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    CAUTION:

    Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

    Note

    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.

  5. DISCONNECT SUCTION TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY B


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      Remove the bolt and turn the hook connector clockwise.

    2. Disconnect the suction tube sub-assembly B.

      Note


      • Do not use a screwdriver or similar tool to disconnect the tube.

      • Seal the opening of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering them.

    3. Remove the O-ring from the suction tube sub-assembly B.

  6. DISCONNECT COOLER REFRIGERANT LIQUID PIPE A


    1. Disconnect the cooler refrigerant liquid pipe A.

      Note


      • Do not use a screwdriver or similar tool to disconnect the tube.

      • Seal the opening of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering them.

    2. Remove the O-ring from the cooler refrigerant liquid pipe A.

  7. DISCONNECT INLET HEATER WATER HOSE


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      Using pliers, grip the claws of the clip and slide the clip.

    2. Disconnect the inlet heater water hose.

      Note

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

  8. DISCONNECT OUTLET HEATER WATER HOSE

    Tech Tips

    Disconnection of the outlet heater water hose is the same as for the inlet heater water hose.

  9. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY

    Click here

  10. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY


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      Remove the bolt.

    2. Detach the 2 claws and remove the No. 1 air duct sub-assembly.

  11. REMOVE NO. 2 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY


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      Remove the screw.

    2. Detach the 2 claws and remove the No. 2 air duct sub-assembly.

  12. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY

    w/o VGRS: Click here

    for 2WD with VGRS: Click here

    for AWD with VGRS: Click here

  13. DISCONNECT COOLER UNIT DRAIN HOSE


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      Disconnect the 2 cooler unit drain hoses.

  14. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR ASSEMBLY

    Click here

  15. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL REINFORCEMENT ASSEMBLY


    1. Disconnect the clamps, connectors and wire harness.

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    2. Remove the bolts and nuts, and disconnect the ground wire and junction block.

    3. Remove the 9 bolts and 2 screws.

    4. Remove the 6 instrument panel safety pad caps.

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      Text in Illustration
      *1 "TORX" Bolt *2 Collar
      *3 No. 1 Instrument Panel Spacer - -

    5. Using a T40 "TORX" socket wrench, remove the 6 "TORX" bolts.

      Tech Tips

      The "TORX" bolts on the passenger side can be removed with the collar for adjustment.

    6. Passenger side:

      Using a 12 mm hexagon wrench, remove the 3 collars.

    7. Remove the instrument panel reinforcement with the No. 1 instrument panel spacer.

  16. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT


    1. Remove the nut and air conditioning unit.

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