Section 593 (Rear A/C Unit): Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Toyota Sequoia. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- 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 the leakage of refrigerant.
Specified amount:
Dual A/C: 1050 +/- 50 g (37.03 +/- 1.76 oz.)
- DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT FROM RADIATOR NOTE: It is not necessary to drain out all coolant.
- REMOVE REAR SEAT OUTER BELT FLOOR ANCHORS
- REMOVE BACK DOOR SCUFF PLATE
- REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH
- REMOVE UPPER BACK DOOR GARNISH
- REMOVE REAR WINDOW SIDE GARNISH RH
- REMOVE REAR QUARTER TRIM PANEL RH
- REMOVE QUARTER PILLAR GARNISH RH
- DISCONNECT LIQUID AND SUCTION TUBES
Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the both tubes.
Torque: 5.4 N.m (55 kgf.cm, 48 in.lbf)
NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.NOTE: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item. Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the tubes. - DISCONNECT WATER HOSES FROM HEATER PIPES
- Grip the claws of the hose clip and slide the hose clip along the hose.
- Disconnect the water hoses.NOTE: At the time of installation, please refer to the following items.
- Push the water hose onto the heater radiator pipe as far as second ridge on the pipe.
- Install a hose clip the position as shown in the illustration.
- REMOVE REAR A/C UNIT
- Remove the 3 clips and cover.
- Remove the 2 air ducts.
- Disconnect the connectors and wire harness clamps.
- Remove the 3 bolts and rear A/C unit.