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Removal








AIR CONDITIONING: COMPRESSOR (for 2AZ-FE): REMOVAL

REMOVAL

1. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM Service and Repair

2. REMOVE REAR ENGINE UNDER COVER RH
3. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER
4. REMOVE FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT

5. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY






(a) Remove the bolt and disconnect the suction hose from the compressor.
(b) Remove the O-ring from the suction hose.
NOTE: Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

6. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY






(a) Remove the bolt and disconnect the discharge hose from the compressor.
(b) Remove the O-ring from the discharge hose.
NOTE: Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

7. REMOVE COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY
(a) Disconnect the connector.






(b) Remove the 2 bolts and the 2 nuts.






(c) Using a "TORX" socket wrench (E8), remove the 2 stud bolts and the compressor.