REAR AIR CONDITIONING UNIT(w/ Heater) REMOVAL

PROCEDURE

1. REMOVE FRONT FENDER SPLASH SHIELD SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

   
   

   1. for Standard:

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   2. w/ Winch:

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2. REMOVE FRONT FENDER SPLASH SHIELD SUB-ASSEMBLY RH

   
   

   1. for Standard:

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   2. w/ Winch:

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3. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY

   
   

   1. for 1UR-FE:

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   2. for 3UR-FE:

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   3. for 1VD-FTV:

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4. REMOVE UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORT SEAL

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5. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

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6. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT

   
   

   1. for 1UR-FE:

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   2. for 3UR-FE:

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   3. for 1VD-FTV:

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7. PRECAUTION

   Note

   After turning the ignition 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.

8. 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.

9. REMOVE REAR FLOOR MAT REAR SUPPORT PLATE

   
   

   1. w/ Sliding Roof:

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   2. w/o Sliding Roof:

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10. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH

    
    

    1. w/ Sliding Roof:

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    2. w/o Sliding Roof:

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11. REMOVE TONNEAU COVER ASSEMBLY (w/ Tonneau Cover)

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12. REMOVE REAR SEAT COVER CAP (w/ Rear No. 2 Seat)

    
    

    1. w/ Sliding Roof:

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    2. w/o Sliding Roof:

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13. REMOVE FRONT QUARTER TRIM PANEL ASSEMBLY LH

    
    

    1. w/ Sliding Roof:

       Remove the front quarter trim panel Click here.

    2. w/o Sliding Roof:

       Remove the front quarter trim panel Click here.

14. DISCONNECT AIR CONDITIONER TUBE AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY

    

    
    

    1. Using pliers, grip the claws of the clips and slide the 2 clips.

    2. Disconnect the heater water inlet hose and heater water outlet hose.

    3. Remove the 2 bolts.

    4. Disconnect the air conditioner tube and accessory assembly.

       Note

       
       

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

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

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

15. REMOVE REAR ROOF NO. 1 AIR DUCT

    

    
    

    1. Detach the 2 claws and remove the cooler plate.

    2. 

       Remove the clip and duct.

16. REMOVE REAR COOLING UNIT ASSEMBLY

    

    
    

    1. Disconnect the 2 connectors.

    2. Remove the 4 bolts and rear cooling unit.