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Air Conditioning Unit: Removal

  1. PRECAUTION 

    (See LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL )

  2. TURN FRONT WHEELS TO FACE STRAIGHT AHEAD 
  3. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
    CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system (See AIRBAG SYSTEM ).
  4. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM (See  REPLACEMENT  ) 
  5. DISCONNECT 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 hose sub-assembly.
    NOTE: Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.
    Fig 1: Identifying Suction Pipe Bolt
    G06037525Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  6. DISCONNECT LIQUID PIPE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Disconnect the liquid pipe sub-assembly.
    2. Remove the O-ring from the liquid pipe sub-assembly.
    NOTE: Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.
  7. DISCONNECT HEATER OUTLET WATER HOSE 
    1. Using pliers, grip the claws of the clip and slide the clip to disconnect the heater outlet water hose.
    NOTE:
    • Do not apply excessive force to the heater outlet water hose.
    • Prepare a drain pan or cloth in case the coolant leaks.
    Fig 2: Locating Heater Outlet Water Hose Clip
    G06037526Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  8. DISCONNECT HEATER INLET WATER HOSE 

    HINT:

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

  9. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER  (See REMOVAL )
  10. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER  (See REMOVAL )
  11. REMOVE STEERING PAD  (See REMOVAL )
  12. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  13. REMOVE CENTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  14. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  15. REMOVE METER HOOD SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  16. REMOVE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  17. DISCONNECT FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP LH  (See REMOVAL )
  18. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH LH (w/o Curtain Shield Airbag)  (See REMOVAL )
  19. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH LH (w/ Curtain Shield Airbag)  (See REMOVAL )
  20. DISCONNECT FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP RH  (See REMOVAL )
  21. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH RH (w/o Curtain Shield Airbag)  (See REMOVAL )
  22. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH RH (w/ Curtain Shield Airbag)  (See REMOVAL )
  23. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  24. REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle)  (See REMOVAL )
  25. REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Automatic Transaxle)  (See REMOVAL )
  26. REMOVE CENTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle)  (See REMOVAL )
  27. REMOVE CENTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL ASSEMBLY (for Automatic Transaxle)  (See REMOVAL )
  28. REMOVE GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  29. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BOX DOOR SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  30. DISCONNECT INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  31. REMOVE UPPER INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  32. REMOVE RADIO RECEIVER ASSEMBLY WITH BRACKET (w/o Navigation System)  (See REMOVAL )
  33. REMOVE NAVIGATION RECEIVER ASSEMBLY WITH BRACKET (w/ Navigation System)  (See REMOVAL )
  34. REMOVE NAVIGATION ANTENNA CORD SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Navigation System)  (See REMOVAL )
  35. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING PANEL ASSEMBLY (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  36. REMOVE FRONT UPPER CONSOLE BOX  (See REMOVAL )
  37. REMOVE NO. 2 SWITCH HOLE BASE  (See REMOVAL )
  38. REMOVE CONSOLE BOX CARPET 
  39. REMOVE FRONT CONSOLE BOX ASSEMBLY (for 2WD)  (See REMOVAL )
  40. REMOVE FRONT CONSOLE BOX ASSEMBLY (for 4WD)  (See REMOVAL )
  41. REMOVE FRONT NO. 1 CONSOLE BOX INSERT  (See REMOVAL )
  42. REMOVE FRONT NO. 2 CONSOLE BOX INSERT  (See REMOVAL )
  43. REMOVE LOWER CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL (for Manual Transaxle)  (See REMOVAL )
  44. REMOVE LOWER CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL (for Automatic Transaxle)  (See REMOVAL )
  45. REMOVE NO. 1 SWITCH HOLE BASE  (See REMOVAL )
  46. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  47. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH  (See REMOVAL )
  48. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD LH  (See REMOVAL )
  49. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Instrument Panel Under Cover)  (See REMOVAL )
  50. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH  (See REMOVAL )
  51. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD RH  (See REMOVAL )
  52. DISCONNECT SHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle)  (See REMOVAL )
  53. DISCONNECT SHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY (for Automatic Transaxle)  (See REMOVAL )
  54. REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER  (See REMOVAL )
  55. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER  (See REMOVAL )
  56. REMOVE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  57. REMOVE RADIO WIRE SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  58. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  59. REMOVE COLUMN HOLE COVER SILENCER SHEET  (See REMOVAL )
  60. SEPARATE NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for 2WD)  (See REMOVAL )
  61. SEPARATE NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for 4WD)  (See REMOVAL )
  62. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB REINFORCEMENT  (See REMOVAL )
  63. REMOVE NO. 2 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  64. REMOVE TRANSPONDER KEY AMPLIFIER (w/Engine Immobilizer System)  (See REMOVAL )
  65. REMOVE STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY  (See STOP LIGHT SWITCH )
  66. REMOVE STEERING POST ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  67. REMOVE POWER STEERING ECU ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL )
  68. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY (See  REMOVAL  ) 
  69. REMOVE REAR NO. 3 AIR DUCT (w/ Rear Air Duct) 
    1. Remove the clip.
    2. Turn back the floor carpet.
      Fig 3: Turning Back Floor Carpet
      G06037527Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Disengage the 2 claws and remove the rear No. 3 air duct.
    Fig 4: Identifying Rear No. 3 Air Duct Claws
    G06037528Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  70. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 AIR DUCT (w/ Rear Air Duct) 
    1. Remove the clip.
    2. Turn back the floor carpet.
      Fig 5: Turning Back Floor Carpet
      G06037529Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Disengage the 2 claws and remove the rear No. 2 air duct.
    Fig 6: Identifying Rear No. 2 Air Duct Claws
    G06037530Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  71. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 AIR DUCT (w/ Rear Air Duct) 
    1. Disengage the 4 claws and remove the rear No. 1 air duct.
    Fig 7: Identifying Rear No. 1 Air Duct Claws
    G06037531Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  72. REMOVE CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTER CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY 
    1. Disengage the 6 claws and remove the center instrument panel register connector assembly.
    Fig 8: Identifying Center Instrument Panel Register Connector Assembly Claws
    G06037532Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  73. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the 2 nuts and the No. 1 air duct sub-assembly.
    Fig 9: Identifying No. 1 Air Duct Sub-Assembly Nuts
    G06037533Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  74. REMOVE CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL TO COWL BRACE 
    1. Remove the 2 bolts and the center instrument panel to cowl brace.
  75. REMOVE THEFT WARNING ECU ASSEMBLY  (See THEFT WARNING ECU )
  76. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the 2 bolts.
    2. Disconnect the connector.
      Fig 10: Locating Center Instrument Panel To Cowl Brace Bolts
      G06037534Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Disengage each clamp.
      Fig 11: Identifying Instrument Panel Brace Sub-Assembly Bolts, Claws And Connector
      G06037535Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    4. Remove the 2 screws.
    5. Remove the 2 bolts, the 2 nuts, and the instrument panel brace sub-assembly.
    Fig 12: Identifying Instrument Panel Brace Sub-Assembly Bolts, Nuts And Screws
    G06037536Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  77. REMOVE HEATER COVER (w/ Cover) 
    1. Disengage the 4 claws and remove the heater cover.
  78. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL REINFORCEMENT ASSEMBLY 
    1. Disengage each clamp and the wire harness.
      Fig 13: Identifying Heater Cover Claws
      G06015346Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      Fig 14: Identifying Instrument Panel Reinforcement Assembly Wire Harness Clamp
      G06037538Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Disconnect each connector.
    3. Disengage each clamp.
    4. Remove the 9 bolts, and disengage the wire harness and junction block.
      Fig 15: Identifying Instrument Panel Reinforcement Assembly Bolts And Connector
      G06037539Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    5. Remove the 7 bolts.
      Fig 16: Identifying Instrument Panel Reinforcement Assembly Bolts
      G06037540Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    6. Remove the 3 bolts and the instrument panel reinforcement assembly.
    Fig 17: Identifying Instrument Panel Reinforcement Assembly And Bolts
    G06037541Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  79. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT 
    1. Disengage the drain cooler hose.
    2. Remove the bolt, the nut, and the air conditioning unit.
    Fig 18: Identifying Air Conditioning Unit Nut And Bolt
    G06037542Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    NOTE:
    • Be sure to support the air conditioning unit assembly when removing it because failure to do so may cause the bracket of the air conditioning unit assembly to break.
    • When disassembling the air conditioning unit, eliminate static electricity by touching the vehicle body to prevent the components from being damaged.
  80. REMOVE NO. 3 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Disengage the 2 claws and remove the No. 3 air duct sub-assembly.
    Fig 19: Identifying No. 3 Air Duct Sub-Assembly And Claws
    G06015357Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  81. REMOVE BLOWER ASSEMBLY (w/o PTC Heater) 
    1. Remove the 3 screws and the blower assembly.
    Fig 20: Identifying Blower Assembly Screws
    G06037544Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  82. REMOVE BLOWER ASSEMBLY (w/ PTC Heater) 
    1. Disengage each clamp.
      Fig 21: Identifying Blower Assembly Clamp
      G06015401Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the screw and disengage the quick heater connector.
    3. Remove the 3 screws and the blower assembly.
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