Air Conditioning Pressure Sensor -- Removal |
1. REMOVE UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORT SEAL |
Remove the 13 clips and upper radiator support seal.
2. REMOVE RADIATOR GRILLE |
Remove the radiator grille (LandCruiser RM0000038K701BX_01_0005.html).
3. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM |
Start the engine.
Operate the cooler compressor under the conditions shown below:
This causes most of the compressor oil from the various components of the A/C system to collect in the A/C compressor.Item Condition Engine Speed Idling Operating Time 3 minutes or more A/C Switch Status On Blower Switch Status HI Set Temperature MAX COOL - NOTICE:
- It is not necessary to operate the cooler compressor if the A/C does not operate because of compressor lock, etc.
Stop the engine.
Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system using a refrigerant recovery unit.
- HINT:
- Use the refrigerant recovery unit in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual.
4. REMOVE NO. 1 PRESSURE SWITCH |
Disconnect the connector.
Remove the No. 1 pressure switch.
Text in Illustration *a Hold *b Turn
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Remove the O-ring from the No. 1 pressure switch.
- NOTICE:
- Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering them.
5. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING PRESSURE SENSOR |
Disconnect the connector.
Remove the air conditioning pressure sensor
Text in Illustration *a Hold *b Turn
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Remove the O-ring from the air conditioning pressure sensor.
- NOTICE:
- Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering them.