COMPRESSOR (for 2AZ-FE) > REMOVAL

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1. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
  1. Start up the engine.

  1. Turn the A/C switch on.

  1. Operate the cooler compressor at an engine speed of approximately 1000 rpm for 5 to 6 minutes to circulate the refrigerant. This causes most of the compressor oil from the various components of the A/C system to collect in the A/C compressor.

  1. Stop the engine.

  1. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system using a refrigerant recovery unit.



2. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER RH


3. REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT


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  1. Using SST, slowly turn the V-ribbed belt tensioner clockwise.

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  1. Remove the V-ribbed belt from each pulley and slowly return the tensioner.

    NOTICE:
    1. Make sure that SST and other tools are set to the tensioner securely.
    2. When compressing the V-ribbed belt tensioner, slowly turn the tensioner.
    3. Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the parts.


4. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY


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  1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the suction hose sub-assembly from the compressor assembly with pulley.

  1. Remove the O-ring from the suction hose sub-assembly.

    NOTICE:
    Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.


5. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY


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  1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the discharge hose sub-assembly from the compressor assembly with pulley.

  1. Remove the O-ring from the discharge hose sub-assembly.

    NOTICE:
    Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.


6. REMOVE COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY WITH PULLEY
  1. Disconnect the connector.



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  1. Remove the 2 bolts and the 2 nuts.



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  1. Using a "TORX" socket wrench (E8), remove the 2 stud bolts and the compressor assembly with pulley.