Repair Procedure

How to use this manual .

NOTICE: 

• Make sure you review the A/C service tips and precautions before doing repaires or servicing.
• Review the A/C refrigerant oil replacement procedure - Refer to: A/C Refrigerant Oil Adjustment () or A/C Refrigerant Oil Replacement () before doing repairs or service.
• Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.
• Apply compressor oil - Refer to: A/C Refrigerant Oil Adjustment () or A/C Refrigerant Oil Replacement () when installing new O-rings for A/C systems.

Fig 1: A/C Condenser Area Replacement Components With Torque Specifications (1 Of 2)

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: Torque, Nm (lbfft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

■: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

Fig 2: A/C Condenser Area Replacement Components With Torque Specifications (2 Of 2)

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: Torque, Nm (lbfft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

■: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

1. A.-

   Preconditions 

   • A/C Refrigerant Recovered

   Sub-Procedure 

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   Removal/Installation 

   • To prevent damage, hold the A/C pressure sensor mounting block (a) in place with a wrench.

   After Installation 

   • A/C Refrigerant Evacuate and Charge
   • A/C System Test - Refer to: A/C System Test () or A/C System Contamination Inspection () or A/C System Inspection ()
   • Do the Self-Diagnostic Function with the HDS .
2. B.-

   Preconditions 

   • A/C Refrigerant Recovered

   Key Information 

   Do the following before starting your work.

   Remove: 

   • Undercover Area Parts
     • Trailsport: Front Skid Plate
     • Except Trailsport: Engine Undercover
   • Radiator Area Parts
     • Radiator Fan Shroud
     • Both Radiator Upper Brackets

   Sub-Procedure 

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   Removal 

   • Refer to the figure.

   After Installation 

   • A/C Refrigerant Evacuate and Charge
   • A/C System Test - Refer to: A/C System Test () or A/C System Contamination Inspection () or A/C System Inspection ()
3. C.-

   Sub-Procedure 

   Installation 

   NOTICE: 

   • Install the desiccant as quickly as possible to prevent the system from absorbing moisture from the air.
   • Be careful not to damage the cap. It is made of resin and can be easily stripped.