Section 592 (Cooling Unit): Removal
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- DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM NOTE: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item. Evacuate air from refrigeration system. Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of refrigerant.
Specified amount:
Single A/C: 750 +/- 50 g (26.45 +/- 1.76 oz.)
Dual A/C: 1050 +/- 50 g (37.03 +/- 1.76 oz.)
- DISCONNECT LIQUID AND SUCTION TUBE
- Using SST, remove the 2 piping clamps.
SST 09870-00015 (Suction tube)
09870-00025 (Liquid tube)
- (1) Insert SST to piping clamp.
NOTE: Confirm the direction of the piping clamp claw and SST using the illustration showing on the caution label.
- (2) Push down SST and release the clamp lock.NOTE: Be careful not to deform the tubes, when pushing SST.
- (3) Pull SST slightly and push the release lever, then remove the piping clamp with SST.
- (4) Remove the piping clamp from SST.
- (1) Insert SST to piping clamp.
- Disconnect the both tubes.NOTE:
- Do not use tools like screwdriver to remove the tube.
- Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
NOTE: At the time of reassembly, please refer to the following item.- Lubricate 4 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the tubes.
- After connection, check the fitting for claw of the piping clamp.
- Using SST, remove the 2 piping clamps.
- REMOVE CONSOLE UPPER PANEL
- REMOVE REAR CONSOLE BOX
- REMOVE FRONT CONSOLE BOX
- REMOVE GLOVE COMPARTMENT PARTS
- REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 FINISH PANEL
- REMOVE LOWER LH FINISH PANEL
- REMOVE LOWER COVER (See REMOVAL )
- REMOVE NO. 4 HEATER TO REGISTER DUCT
- REMOVE COOLING UNIT
- Disconnect the connectors.
- Remove the 3 screws and a bolt, then the cooling unit.