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Replace Drier From Modulator

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  1. Remove the 2 bolts and bracket.
  2. Using a hexagon wrench (10 mm, 0.39 in.), remove the cap from the modulator.
    Fig 1: Removing Modulator Cap
    G01065452Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  3. Remove the filter from the modulator.
  4. Using pliers, remove the drier.
    Fig 2: Removing Dryer
    G01065453Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  5. NOTE:
    • Do not remove the drier from a vinyl bag until inserting it into the modulator.
    • Install the drier with its 2 layered part faced upward to the modulator.
    Fig 3: Installing Dryer & Identifying 2 Layered Part
    G01065454Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  6. Insert a new drier into the modulator.
  7. NOTE: Install the filter with its protrusion faced downward to the modulator.
    Fig 4: Installing Filter
    G01065455Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  8. Insert the filter into the modulator.
  9. Install the cap to the modulator.
    1. Apply compressor oil to the "O" rings and screw part of the cap.
      Fig 5: Installing Modulator Cap
      G01065456Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Compressor oil: ND-OIL 8 or equivalent  .

    2. Using a hexagon wrench (10 mm, 0.39 in.), install the caps.

      Torque: 12.3 N.m (125 kgf.cm, 9 ft.lbf)