RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
Start up the engine.
A/C switch is ON.
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.
Stop the engine.
Using SST, discharge the refrigerant gas.
REMOVE FRONT BUMPER COVER
DISCONNECT NO. 1 COOLER REFRIGERANT DISCHARGE HOSE
Remove the bolt and disconnect the No. 1 cooler refrigerant discharge hose from the cooler condenser.
Remove the O-ring from the No. 1 cooler refrigerant discharge hose.
Note
Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.
DISCONNECT AIR CONDITIONING TUBE AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY
Remove the bolt and disconnect the air conditioning tube and accessory assembly from the cooler condenser.
Remove the O-ring from the air conditioning tube and accessory assembly.
Note
Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.
REMOVE HOOD LOCK ASSEMBLY
Remove the 3 bolts.
Disconnect the hood lock control cable and remove the hood lock.
Disconnect the hood lock control cable and remove the hood lock assembly.
REMOVE UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORT SUB-ASSEMBLY
Remove the 6 bolts and upper radiator support sub-assembly.
REMOVE COOLER CONDENSER ASSEMBLY
Remove the cooler condenser assembly.