Repair Procedures: Replacement

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Remove the battery (-) terminal.
Use the retrieval/reproduction/charging device to retrieve the refrigerant.
WARNING:
- Use the refrigerant retrieval/charge device exclusively used for the electric compressor to inject the designated refrigerant (R-1234yf) and refrigeration oil (POE). If the refrigeration oil (PAG) for the ordinary car is injected, the compressor may be damaged or a safety-related accident may occur.
Remove the refrigerant direction control valve cover (A).

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Press the lock pin to separate the various refrigerant direction control valve connector (A).

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Unfasten the mounting nuts and remove the various refrigerant line (A).
Tightening Torque:

9.8 - 14.7 Nm (1.0 - 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.8 lb.ft)

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Unfasten the mounting nuts & bolts and remove the refrigerant direction control valve (A).
Tightening Torque:

7.8 - 11.8 Nm (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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To install, reverse the removal procedure.