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Removal and Installation
cautionPerform lubricant return operation before each refrigeration system disassembly. However, if a large amount of refrigerant or lubricant leak is detected, never perform lubricant return operation. Refer to Perform Lubricant Return OperationPerform Lubricant Return Operation.
 
 
REMOVAL
 
 
1. Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFO-1234yf) to discharge the refrigerant. Refer to Recycle Refrigerant.
2. Remove mounting bolt , and then disconnect low-pressure flexible hose from internal heat exchanger pipe.
: Vehicle front
cautionCap or wrap the joint of the A/C piping with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
3. Remove engine under cover. Refer to Removal and Installation.
4. Remove mounting bolt , and then remove low-pressure flexible hose from A/C compressor.
: Vehicle front
cautionCap or wrap the joint of the A/C piping and A/C compressor with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
5. Remove low-pressure flexible hose from vehicle.
 
 
INSTALLATION
Note the following items, and then install in the reverse order of removal.
caution
  • Replace O-rings with new ones. Then apply A/C compressor oil to them when installing.
  • Check for leakages when recharging refrigerant. Refer to Leak Test.