Rear Air Conditioning Unit (W/ Heater) -- Removal |
| 1. REMOVE FRONT FENDER SPLASH SHIELD SUB-ASSEMBLY LH |
for Standard:
(Click here)
w/ Winch:
(Click here)
| 2. REMOVE FRONT FENDER SPLASH SHIELD SUB-ASSEMBLY RH |
for Standard:
(Click here)
w/ Winch:
(Click here)
| 3. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY |
for 1UR-FE:
(Click here)
for 3UR-FE:
(Click here)
for 1VD-FTV:
(Click here)
| 4. REMOVE UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORT SEAL |
Remove the 7 clips and radiator support seal.
| 5. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM |
Start the engine.
Turn the A/C switch on.
Operate the cooler compressor while the engine speed is approximately 1000 rpm for 5 to 6 minutes to circulate the refrigerant and collect the compressor oil remaining in each component into the cooler compressor.
Stop the engine.
Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system using a refrigerant recovery unit.
| 6. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT |
for 1UR-FE:
(Click here)
for 3UR-FE:
(Click here)
for 1VD-FTV:
(Click here)
| 7. PRECAUTION |
- NOTICE:
- After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal notice before proceeding with work (Click here).
| 8. 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.
- NOTICE:
- When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (Click here).
| 9. REMOVE REAR FLOOR MAT REAR SUPPORT PLATE |
w/ Sliding Roof:
(Click here)
w/o Sliding Roof:
(Click here)
| 10. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH |
w/ Sliding Roof:
(Click here)
w/o Sliding Roof:
(Click here)
| 11. REMOVE TONNEAU COVER ASSEMBLY (w/ Tonneau Cover) |
Remove the tonneau cover.
| 12. REMOVE REAR SEAT COVER CAP (w/ Rear No. 2 Seat) |
w/ Sliding Roof:
(Click here)
w/o Sliding Roof:
(Click here)
| 13. REMOVE FRONT QUARTER TRIM PANEL ASSEMBLY LH |
w/ Sliding Roof:
Remove the front quarter trim panel (Click here).
w/o Sliding Roof:
Remove the front quarter trim panel (Click here).
| 14. DISCONNECT AIR CONDITIONER TUBE AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY |
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Using pliers, grip the claws of the clips and slide the 2 clips.
Disconnect the heater water inlet hose and heater water outlet hose.
Remove the 2 bolts.
Disconnect the air conditioner tube and accessory assembly.
- NOTICE:
- Do not use a screwdriver or similar tool to disconnect the tube.
- Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering them.
Remove the 2 O-rings from the air conditioner tube and accessory assembly.
| 15. REMOVE REAR ROOF NO. 1 AIR DUCT |
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Detach the 2 claws and remove the cooler plate.
Remove the clip and duct.
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| 16. REMOVE REAR COOLING UNIT ASSEMBLY |
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Disconnect the 2 connectors.
Remove the 4 bolts and rear cooling unit.