Compressor (For 3Ur-Fe) -- Removal |
1. REMOVE UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORT SEAL |
Remove the 7 clips and radiator support seal.
2. 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.
3. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL LH |
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Remove the 4 clips and seal.
4. REMOVE FAN & GENERATOR V BELT |
While turning the belt tensioner counterclockwise, align the service hole for the belt tensioner and the belt tensioner fixing position, and then insert a bar of 5 mm (0.197 in.) into the service hole to fix the belt tensioner in place.
Text in Illustration *1 Bar - HINT:
- The pulley bolt for the belt tensioner has a left-hand thread.
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Remove the V belt.
5. DISCONNECT NO. 1 COOLER REFRIGERANT DISCHARGE HOSE |
Remove the bolt and disconnect the discharge hose from the cooler compressor.
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Remove the O-ring from the discharge hose.
- NOTICE:
- Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering them.
6. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY |
Remove the bolt and disconnect the suction hose from the cooler compressor.
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Remove the O-ring from the suction hose.
- NOTICE:
- Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering them.
7. REMOVE COOLER COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY |
Disconnect the connector.
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Remove the 3 bolts and nut.
Remove the stud bolt and cooler compressor.