COMPRESSOR (for 2TR-FE) REMOVAL


  1. REMOVE UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORT SEAL


    1. Remove the 13 clips and upper radiator support seal.

  2. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM


    1. Start the engine.

    2. Operate the cooler compressor under the conditions shown below:

      Item Condition
      Engine Speed Idling
      Operating Time 3 minutes or more
      A/C Switch Status On
      Blower Switch Status HI
      Set Temperature MAX COOL

      This causes most of the compressor oil from the various components of the A/C system to collect in the A/C compressor.

      Note

      It is not necessary to operate the cooler compressor if the A/C does not operate because of compressor lock, etc.

    3. Stop the engine.

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

      Tech Tips

      Use the refrigerant recovery unit in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual.

  3. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER COVER LOWER


    1. Remove the clip, 5 bolts and front bumper cover lower.

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


    1. A00O712

      Remove the 4 bolts.

    2. Unhook the engine under cover from the vehicle body as shown in the illustration.

  5. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT

    CAUTION:

    Do not remove the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are still hot. Pressurized, hot engine coolant and steam may be released and cause serious burns.

    A009BWVE01
    Text in Illustration
    *1 Reservoir Cap *2 Radiator Cap
    *3 Cylinder Block Drain Cock Plug *4 Radiator Drain Cock Plug

    1. A009960E02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Vinyl Hose

      Install a vinyl hose to the radiator side.

    2. A0097IAE02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Vinyl Hose

      Install a vinyl hose to the engine side.

    3. Loosen the radiator drain cock plug.

    4. Remove the radiator cap and drain the coolant.

      Tech Tips

      Collect the coolant in a container and dispose of it according to the regulations in your area.

    5. Loosen the cylinder block drain cock plug and drain the coolant from the engine.

  6. REMOVE RADIATOR RESERVOIR


    1. A00975M

      Disconnect the reservoir hose from the radiator.

    2. Remove the 3 bolts and radiator reservoir.

  7. REMOVE NO. 1 RADIATOR HOSE


    1. A0097R7

      Disconnect the No. 1 radiator hose from the radiator.

  8. REMOVE NO. 2 RADIATOR HOSE


    1. A009AQL

      Disconnect the No. 2 radiator hose from the radiator.

  9. REMOVE FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT


    1. A00XEZ2E01

      Use the hexagonal part indicated by the arrow in the illustration to move the tensioner pulley downward and decrease the tension in the V belt. Then remove the V belt.

      Note

      When removing the V belt, do not use the bolt of the idle pulley.

      Tech Tips

      After removing the drive belt, move the tensioner upward to the maximum amount.

  10. REMOVE FAN SHROUD


    1. A0096VT

      Detach the claw to open the flexible hose clamp.

    2. A0095ZI

      Loosen the 4 nuts holding the fluid coupling fan.

    3. Remove the fan and generator V-belt Click here.

    4. A0096JP

      Remove the 2 bolts holding the fan shroud.

    5. Remove the 4 nuts of the fluid coupling fan, and then remove the shroud together with the coupling fan.

      Note

      Be careful not to damage the radiator core.

  11. DISCONNECT VANE PUMP ASSEMBLY


    1. A00OACH

      Remove the bolt and disconnect the pressure feed tube.

    2. A00O71E

      Disconnect the 2 connectors.

    3. Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the vane pump.

      Tech Tips

      It is not necessary to completely remove the vane pump. With the hoses connected to the vane pump, hang the vane pump on the vehicle body with a rope.

  12. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A009448E01
      Text in Illustration
      *A except Model Code TRJ150L-GKMEKV, TRJ150L-GKPEKV, TRJ155L-GJPEKV
      *B Model Code TRJ150L-GKMEKV, TRJ150L-GKPEKV, TRJ155L-GJPEKV

      Remove the bolt and disconnect the discharge hose sub-assembly from the compressor.

    2. Remove the O-ring from the discharge hose.

      Note

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

  13. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A0096SME01
      Text in Illustration
      *A except Model Code TRJ150L-GKMEKV, TRJ150L-GKPEKV, TRJ155L-GJPEKV
      *B Model Code TRJ150L-GKMEKV, TRJ150L-GKPEKV, TRJ155L-GJPEKV

      Remove the bolt and disconnect the suction hose sub-assembly from the compressor.

    2. Remove the O-ring from the suction hose.

      Note

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

  14. REMOVE COOLER COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY


    1. Disconnect the connector.

    2. A009A4Q

      Remove the 4 bolts and compressor.