Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
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Perform lubricant return operation before each refrigeration system disassembly. However, if a large amount of refrigerant or lubricant leak is detected, never perform lubricant return operation. Refer to Perform Lubricant Return Operation.
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When disconnect the A/C piping related parts, cap or wrap the joint of those parts with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFO-1234yf) to discharge the refrigerant. Refer to Recycle Refrigerant.
Remove front grille. Refer to the following.
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Off road models: Removal and Installation
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City models: Removal and Installation
Remove front bumper fascia. Refer to the following.
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Off road models: Removal and Installation
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City models: Removal and Installation
Disconnect high-pressure pipe from condenser outlet pipe. Refer to Removal and Installation.
Remove mounting bolt 
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| : vehicle front |
Remove mounting bolt , and then disconnect condenser outlet pipe from condenser & liquid tank assembly.
| : vehicle front |
Remove condenser outlet pipe from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
Note the following items, and then install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
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To prevent leakage of refrigerant, replace the O-ring with a new one. Apply a coat of compressor oil to the O-ring prior to installation.
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Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFO-1234yf) to charge the refrigerant. Refer to Charge Refrigerant.
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Perform a check for refrigerant leakage when charging with refrigerant. Refer to Leak Test.
Other materials
Vin Registration
Description
VIN Registration is an operation to registering VIN in ECM. It must be performed each time ECM is replaced.NOTE:
Accurate VIN which is registered in ECM may be required for Inspection & Maintenance (I/M). (For details, refer to Work Procedure .)
Work Procedure
CHECK VIN
Check the VIN ...
Hood Assembly
Removal and Installation
CAUTION:
Perform work with 2 workers, because it is heavy weight.
Support hood with a proper material and use protective tape or shop cloth to protect hood and body from falling and damage when removing and installing hood assembly.
REMOVALSupport hood assembly with a p ...
Precautions
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER"
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger fo ...