Removal (To 12/2010): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Toyota Avalon. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM See step 1
REMOVE FRONT WHEEL RH
REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH
REMOVE V-BANK COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 4
REMOVE GENERATOR ASSEMBLY . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 4
DISCONNECT COOLER REFRIGERANT DISCHARGE HOSE NO. 1
1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the cooler refrigerant discharge hose No. 1.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Cooler Refrigerant Discharge Hose No. 1 Bolt
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2. Remove the O-ring from the cooler refrigerant discharge hose No. 1.
  NOTE:
  Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.
DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the suction hose sub-assembly.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Suction Hose and Bolt
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2. Remove the O-ring from the suction hose No. 1.
  NOTE:
  Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.
REMOVE COMPRESSOR AND MAGNETIC CLUTCH
1. Disconnect the connector.
2. Remove the 4 bolts and compressor and magnetic clutch.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Compressor And Magnetic Clutch Component Bolt
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