Section 41 (Manual A/C-Heater Systems): Condenser: Removal

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Discharge refrigerant from refrigeration system.
NOTE: 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: 600 +/- 50 g (21.16 +/- 1.76 oz.)
2UZ-FE engine: Remove A/T oil cooler.

Fig 1: Locating Bolts For Removal
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Fig 2: Locating Bolts For Removal
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Remove horn.
Remove hood lock.
Remove center brace.
Remove receiver and holder. See REMOVAL .
Disconnect liquid tube and discharge hose.
Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the both tube and hose.

Fig 3: Locating Bolts For Removal
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Fig 4: Locating Bolts For Removal
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Torque: 10 N.m (100 kgf.cm, 7 ft.lbf)

CAUTION: Cap open the fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.

NOTE: 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.
Remove condenser.
1. Remove the 2 bolts and 2 lower brackets.
  
  Fig 5: Locating Bolts & Brackets For Removal
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2. Remove the 4 bolts and 2 upper brackets.
3. Pull the condenser forward and pull it upward.
NOTE:
At the time of installation, please refer to the following item:
If condenser is replaced, add compressor oil to the compressor.
1. Add 40 - 50 cc (1.4 -1.7 fl.oz.)
2. Compressor oil: ND-OIL 8 or equivalent