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Air Conditioning Unit: Removal

  1. ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD 
  2. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL  (See REMOVAL )
  3. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH  (See REMOVAL )
  4. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER RH  (See REMOVAL )
  5. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION 
    1. Start up the engine.
    2. Turn the A/C switch on.
    3. Operate the cooler compressor at an engine rpm of approximately 1,000 for 5 to 6 minutes to circulate the refrigerant and collect compressor oil remaining in each component into the cooler compressor as much as possible.
    4. Stop the engine.
    5. Using SST, let the refrigerant gas out.

      SST 09985-20010 (09985-02010, 09985-02050, 09985-02060, 09985-02070, 09985-02080, 09985-02090, 09985-02110, 09985-02130, 09985-02140, 09985-02150) 

  6. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY 
    CAUTION: Wait for 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable to prevent airbag deployment (See PRECAUTION )
  7. REMOVE FRONT UPPER FENDER PROTECTOR LH  (See REMOVAL )
  8. REMOVE FRONT UPPER FENDER PROTECTOR RH  (See REMOVAL )
  9. REMOVE ROOF DRIP SIDE FINISH MOLDING LH  (See REMOVAL )
  10. REMOVE ROOF DRIP SIDE FINISH MOLDING RH  (See REMOVAL )
  11. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM HEAD CAP  (See REMOVAL )
  12. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL )
  13. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM AND BLADE ASSEMBLY RH  (See REMOVAL )
  14. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  15. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR AND LINK ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  16. SEPARATE SUCTION PIPE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the bolt, and slide the hook connector.
    2. Disconnect the suction pipe sub-assembly.
    3. Remove the O-ring from the suction pipe sub-assembly.
      NOTE: Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.
  17. SEPARATE LIQUID TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Disconnect the liquid tube sub-assembly.
    2. Remove the O-ring from the liquid tube sub-assembly.
      NOTE: Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.
      Fig 1: Identifying Liquid Tube Sub-Assembly
      G05831501Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  18. REMOVE HEATER WATER OUTLET HOSE 
    1. Using pliers, grip the claws of the clip and slide the clip to disconnect the heater water outlet hose.
  19. REMOVE HEATER WATER INLET HOSE 

    HINT:

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

    Fig 2: Identifying Heater Water Outlet Hose
    G05831502Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  20. REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Automatic Transmission)  (See REMOVAL )
  21. REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transmission)  (See REMOVAL )
  22. REMOVE UPPER NO. 1 CONSOLE PANEL GARNISH (for Automatic Transmission)  (See REMOVAL )
  23. REMOVE UPPER NO. 2 CONSOLE PANEL GARNISH (for Automatic Transmission)  (See REMOVAL )
  24. REMOVE CONSOLE PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Automatic Transmission)  (See REMOVAL )
  25. REMOVE REAR CONSOLE PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transmission)  (See REMOVAL )
  26. REMOVE FRONT CONSOLE PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transmission)  (See REMOVAL )
  27. REMOVE FRONT ASH RECEPTACLE SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  28. REMOVE CONSOLE BOX REGISTER ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  29. REMOVE CONSOLE BOX  (See REMOVAL )
  30. REMOVE NO. 3 INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTER ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  31. REMOVE CENTER LOWER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL  (See REMOVAL )
  32. REMOVE MULTI-DISPLAY WITH RADIO RECEIVER ASSEMBLY (w/ Navigation System)  (See REMOVAL )
  33. REMOVE INTEGRATION CONTROL PANEL WITH RADIO RECEIVER ASSEMBLY (w/o Navigation System)  (See REMOVAL )
  34. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER  (See REMOVAL )
  35. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER  (See REMOVAL )
  36. REMOVE STEERING PAD  (See REMOVAL )
  37. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  38. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic)  (See REMOVAL )
  39. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER (for Manual Tilt and Telescopic)  (See REMOVAL )
  40. REMOVE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  41. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH (w/o Illumination)  (See REMOVAL )
  42. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH (w/ Illumination)  (See REMOVAL )
  43. REMOVE FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM COVER LH  (See REMOVAL )
  44. REMOVE SIDE INSTRUMENT PANEL LH  (See REMOVAL )
  45. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  46. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  47. REMOVE DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  48. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  49. REMOVE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  50. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH (w/o Illumination)  (See REMOVAL )
  51. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH (w/ Illumination)  (See REMOVAL )
  52. REMOVE FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM COVER RH  (See REMOVAL )
  53. REMOVE SIDE INSTRUMENT PANEL RH  (See REMOVAL )
  54. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  55. REMOVE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  56. REMOVE GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  57. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH LH  (See REMOVAL )
  58. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH RH  (See REMOVAL )
  59. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTER ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  60. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTER ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  61. REMOVE NO. 3 INSTRUMENT PANEL SPEAKER PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  62. REMOVE FRONT STEREO COMPONENT SPEAKER ASSEMBLY (w/ Front Center Speaker)  (See REMOVAL )
  63. REMOVE NO. 2 CONSOLE BOX DUCT (for Automatic Transmission)  (See REMOVAL )
  64. REMOVE NO. 1 CONSOLE BOX DUCT (for Automatic Transmission)  (See REMOVAL )
  65. REMOVE NO. 2 CONSOLE BOX DUCT (for Manual Transmission)  (See REMOVAL )
  66. DISCONNECT PASSENGER AIRBAG CONNECTOR 
  67. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  68. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR DUCT  (See REMOVAL )
  69. REMOVE STEERING SLIDING YOKE SUB-ASSEMBLY (for 2WD)  (See REMOVAL )
  70. REMOVE NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for 4WD)  (See REMOVAL )
  71. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (for Manual Tilt)  (See REMOVAL )
  72. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic)  (See REMOVAL )
  73. REMOVE DEFROSTER NOZZLE LOWER ASSEMBLY 
    1. Release the 4 claws and remove the defroster nozzle lower assembly.
  74. REMOVE IMMOBILIZER CODE ECU 
  75. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL REINFORCEMENT ASSEMBLY 
    Fig 3: Identifying Clamps And Connectors
    G05755335Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    1. Remove the 27 clamps and 19 connectors, and then disconnect the wire harness.
    2. Remove the 2 nuts, 2 bolts and 2 junction blocks.
      Fig 4: Identifying Nuts, Bolts And Junction Blocks
      G05831504Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Remove the cap and bolt.
      Fig 5: Identifying Cap And Bolt
      G05831505Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    4. Remove the 3 bolts and nut.
    5. Using a T40 "torx" socket, remove the 5 "torx" bolts.
      NOTE: The "torx" bolts on the passenger side can be removed with the collar for adjustment.
    6. Using a 12 mm hexagon wrench, remove the 2 collars and instrument panel reinforcement.
      Fig 6: Identifying Instrument Panel Reinforcement Assembly
      G05755377Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  76. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONER UNIT ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the 2 screws, 3 bolts, and air conditioner unit assembly.
      Fig 7: Identifying Screws, Bolts, And Air Conditioner Unit Assembly
      G05755339Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  77. REMOVE NO. 2 AIR DUCT 
    1. Remove the screw and No. 2 air duct.
  78. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL  )
    Fig 8: Identifying No. 2 Air Duct Screw
    G05297842Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  79. REMOVE BLOWER ASSEMBLY 
    1. Disconnect the connector.
    2. Remove the screw.
    3. Release the claw and remove the blower assembly.
      Fig 9: Identifying Blower Assembly Claw And Screw
      G05755341Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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