AIR CONDITIONING UNIT REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for RHD and LHD vehicles.

  • The procedure listed below is for LHD vehicles.

PROCEDURE


  1. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM


    1. for HFC-134a (R134a):

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    2. for HFO-1234yf (R1234yf):

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  2. REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT MAT SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Spare Tire)

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  3. REMOVE DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY (w/o Spare Tire)

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  4. REMOVE DECK TRIM SIDE BOARD LH (w/o Spare Tire)

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  5. REMOVE BATTERY SERVICE HOLE COVER LH

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  6. PRECAUTION

    Note

    After turning the power 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.

  7. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL

    CAUTION:

    Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

  10. 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.

  11. DISCONNECT OUTLET HEATER WATER HOSE

    Tech Tips

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

  12. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY

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  13. 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.

  14. 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.

  15. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY

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  16. DISCONNECT COOLER UNIT DRAIN HOSE


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      Disconnect the 2 cooler unit drain hoses.

  17. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR ASSEMBLY

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  18. 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.

  19. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT


    1. Remove the nut and air conditioning unit.

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