COMPRESSOR REMOVAL


  1. PRECAUTION (w/ Navigation System for HDD)

    Note

    After the power switch is turned off, the display and navigation module display (HDD navigation system) records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the power switch off, make sure to wait for the time specified in the following table before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

    Waiting Time before Disconnecting Cable from Negative (-) Battery Terminal
    Specification Waiting Time
    w/o Telematics transceiver 60 sec.
    w/ Telematics transceiver 120 sec.

  2. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM


    1. Turn the A/C switch on.

    2. Operate the A/C with the setting temperature at 25°C (77°F) and the blower level at LO for 10 minutes to circulate the refrigerant. This causes most of the compressor oil from the various components of the A/C system to collect in the A/C compressor.

    3. Turn the power switch off.

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

  3. REMOVE REAR DECK FLOOR BOX


    1. A01NDSY

      Remove the 3 clips and the rear deck floor box.

  4. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    Note

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

  5. REMOVE BATTERY SERVICE HOLE COVER


    1. A01NG1N

      Disengage the 2 clips and 2 guides, and remove the battery service hole cover.

      Tech Tips

      Because these are 2-piece clips, one side will remain in the bracket when they are being removed.

  6. REMOVE SERVICE PLUG GRIP

    CAUTION:


    • Remove the service plug grip to interrupt a high voltage circuit at the time of the check.

    • Keep the removed service plug grip in your pocket to prevent other technicians from accidentally reconnecting it while you are servicing the vehicle.

    • All the high voltage wiring connectors are orange colored.


    1. A01NGQ8

      Wear insulated gloves. Remove the service plug grip after sliding the lever of the service plug grip.

      CAUTION:


      • Keep the removed service plug grip in your pocket to prevent other technicians from accidentally reconnecting it while you are servicing the vehicle.

      • After disconnecting the service plug grip, wait for at least 10 minutes before touching any of the high-voltage connectors or terminals.

      Tech Tips

      Waiting for at least 10 minutes is required to discharge the high-voltage capacitor inside the inverter with converter assembly.

  7. REMOVE RADIATOR ASSEMBLY AND FAN ASSEMBLY WITH MOTOR

    Tech Tips

    Refer to the procedure for Remove No. 2 Radiator Assembly Click here.

  8. CHECK TERMINAL VOLTAGE


    1. A01NEKJ

      Remove the 11 bolts and inverter terminal cover.

      CAUTION:

      Wear insulating gloves.

      Note

      Make sure to pull the inverter cover straight up, as a connector is connected to the bottom of the cover.

    2. Check the terminal voltage Click here.

      CAUTION:

      Wear insulating gloves.

    3. A01NEKJ

      Temporarily install the inverter cover with the 11 bolts to prevent any foreign objects or water drops from entering the inverter with converter assembly.

      Note

      Make sure to pull the inverter cover straight up, as a connector is connected to the bottom of the cover.

    4. A01NEKJE01

      Using several steps, install and tighten the 11 bolts uniformly in the sequence shown in the illustration.

      CAUTION:

      Wear insulating gloves.

      Note


      • Make sure that the interlock are fully engaged.

      • Do not allow any foreign objects or water drops to enter the inverter with converter assembly.

      Torque:
      8.0 N*m  { 82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf }

  9. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NCW4E01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Green-colored Lock

      Release the green-colored lock and disconnect the connector <A> as shown in the illustration.

      CAUTION:

      Wear insulated gloves when performing the procedure.

      Note

      Insulate the connector by sealing it with tape.

    2. Disconnect each connector <B>, <C>.

    3. Disengage each clamp.

    4. A01NH1B

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

    5. Remove the O-ring from the suction hose subassembly.

      Note

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

  10. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NDOR

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

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

      Note

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

  11. REMOVE ELECTRIC INVERTER COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NDTVE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Bracket

      Remove the 3 bolts, bracket and electric inverter compressor assembly.

    2. A01NH30

      Remove the bolt and bracket to the electric inverter compressor assembly.