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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 engine under cover. Refer to Removal and Installation.
3. Remove front grille. Refer to Removal and Installation.
4. Remove mounting bolt , and then disconnect high-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 upper side fixing clip of radiator air guide RH, and then move radiator air guide RH to secure work space. Refer to Exploded View.
6. Remove mounting bolt , and then disconnect high-pressure flexible hose from condenser &liquid tank assembly.
: Vehicle front
cautionCap or wrap the joint of the A/C piping and condenser & liquid tank assembly with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
7. Remove high-pressure flexible hose from vehicle under side.
 
 
INSTALLATION
Note the following items, and then install in the reverse order of removal.
caution
  • Replace O-rings and washer seal with new ones. Then apply A/C compressor oil to them when installing.
  • Check for leakages when recharging refrigerant. Refer to Leak Test.