Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Removal And Installation

AIR CONDITIONING UNIT

Air Conditioning Unit (Part 1):




Air Conditioning Unit (Part 2):






REMOVAL

1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

HINT: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.
Evacuate air from refrigeration system.
Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of refrigerant.

Specified amount: 460 ± 30 g (16.23 ± 1.06 oz.)




2. DISCONNECT LIQUID TUBE
a. Remove the grommet.

b. Using SST, remove the 2 piping clamps.
SST 09870-00025 (Liquid tube)
09870-00015 (Suction tube)




1. Insert SST to piping clamp.

HINT: Confirm the direction of the piping clamp claw and SST using the illustration showing on the caution label.




2. Push down SST and release the clamp lock.

NOTE: Be careful not to deform the tubes, when pushing SST.

3. Pull SST slightly and push the release lever, then remove the piping clamp with SST.
4. Remove the piping clamp from SST.

c. Disconnect the both tubes.






NOTE:
- Do not use tools like screwdriver to remove the tube.
- Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.






HINT: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.

- Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the tubes.
- After connection, check the fitting for claw of the piping clamp.

3. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND REINFORCEMENT

4. REMOVE ENGINE (and ECT) ECU
Remove the 2 bolts and engine (and ECT) ECU.




5. REMOVE A/C UNIT
a. Disconnect the connectors.
b. Disconnect the wire harness clamps.
c. Remove the 2 bolts, 3 rivets and 2 screws and A/C unit.

HINT: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item. Do not reuse the rivet.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.