Air Conditioning Unit: Removal

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DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT FROM RADIATOR
HINT:

It is not necessary to drain out all coolant.
DISCONNECT LIQUID TUBE AND SUCTION HOSE
1. Using SST, remove the 2 piping clamps.
  SST 09870-00015 (Suction tube)
  
  09870-00025 (Liquid tube)
  
  Fig 1: Removing 2 Piping Clamps
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  1. Insert the SST to the piping clamp.
    
    Fig 2: Inserting SST To Piping Clamp
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    HINT:
    
    Confirm the direction of the piping clamp claw and SST using Fig 2 shown on the caution label.
  2. Push down the SST and release the clamp lock.
    NOTE: Be careful not to deform the tubes, when pushing the SST.
  3. Pull the SST slightly and push the release lever, then remove the piping clamp with SST.
  4. Remove the piping clamp from the SST.
2. Disconnect both tubes.
NOTE:
- Do not use tools like screwdrivers to remove the tube.
- Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
  
  Fig 4: Avoiding Using Tools To Remove Tube
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DISCONNECT WATER HOSES FROM HEATER RADIATOR PIPES
1. Using pliers, grip the claw of the hose clip and slide the hose clip along the hose.
2. Disconnect the 2 heater hoses.
REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND REINFORCEMENT (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE PIPE GROMMETS
REMOVE BLOWER UNIT (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE A/C UNIT
1. w/Rear duct:
  Remove the rear duct.
2. Remove the drain hose.
3. Remove the 2 nuts and A/C unit.
  
  Fig 6: Removing A/C Unit & 2 Nuts
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