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1. Electric leak detector
AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL) 1B-29
REMOVING MANIFOLD GAUGE SET
When A / C system has been charged with a specified amount of re-
frigerant, remove manifold gauge set as follows:
1) Close low pressure-side valve of manifold gauge set, (The high
pressure-side valve is closed continuously during the process
of charging.).
2) Close refrigerant container valve.
3) Stop engine.
4) Using shop rag, remove charging hoses from service valves.
This operation must be performed rapidly.
WARNING:
High pressure-side is naturally under high pressure.
So, care must be used to protect your eyes and skin.
5) Put caps on service valves.
LEAK-TESTING REFRIGERANT SYSTEM
Whenever a refrigerant leak is suspected in the system or any ser-
vice operation has been performed which may result in disturbing
lines or connections, it is advisable to test for leaks.
Common sense should be used in performing any refrigerant leak
test, since the need and extent of any such test will, in general, de-
pend upon the nature of a complaint and the type of a service per-
formed on the system.
LIQUID LEAK DETECTORS
There are a number of fittings and places throughout the air condi-
tioning system where a liquid leak detector solution may be used
to pinpoint refrigerant leaks.
By merely applying the solution to the area in question with a swab,
bubbles will form within seconds if there is a leak.
For confined areas, such as sections of the evaporator and con-
denser, an electronic (gas) leak detector is more practical for deter-
mining leaks.
WARNING:
To prevent explosions or fires, make sure that there are no
flammables in the vicinity.
When exposed to fire, the refrigerant turns into a poison-
ous gas (phosgene). Do not inhale this gas.
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1. New compressor
2. Removed compressor
3. Excess oil (A ± B)
1B-32 AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL)
REPLENISHING COMPRESSOR OIL
When replacing air conditioning parts with new ones, it is necessary
to replenish oil by the amount supposedly remaining in each part.
When changing gas only
When it is unavoidable to change gas without replacing any compo-
nent part for engine removal and installation or for some other rea-
son, replenish 20 cc oil. When replenishing gas only, oil replenish-
ment it not necessary.
When replacing compressor
Compressor oil is sealed in each new compressor by the amount
required for air conditioner cycle. Therefore, when using a new
compressor for replacement, drain oil from it by the amount calcu-
lated as follows.
ªCº = ªAº ± ªBº
ªCº: Amount of oil to be drained
ªAº: Amount of oil sealed in a new compressor
ªBº: Amount of oil remaining in removed compressor
When replacing other part
Replaced partAmount of compressor oil
to be replenished
Evaporator25 cc
Condenser15 cc
Receiver / dryer20 cc
Hoses10 cc each
Pipes10 cc each
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AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL) 1B-39
COOLING UNIT (EVAPORATOR)
REMOVAL
1) Disconnect negative (±) cable at battery.
2) Disable air bag system. Refer to ªDisabling Air Bag Systemº in
Section 10B.
3) Recover refrigerant by using recovery and recycling equipment.
Be sure to follow the instruction manual for the equipment.
The amount of compressor oil removed must be measured and
the same amount added to the system.
4) For G16 and J20 engine
Disconnect suction pipe (1), and liquid pipe (2) from evaporator
(cooling unit).
CAUTION:
As soon as above hose and pipe are disconnected, cap
opened fittings so that moisture and dust may not enter
cooling unit.
5) Remove blower motor unit. Refer to Section 1A ªHEATER AND
VENTILATIONº.
6) Disconnect thermistor wire coupler.
7) Remove cooling unit (evaporator).
DISASSEMBLY (FOR CAMI PRODUCTION VEHICLE)
1) Remove filter (2) from cooling unit (3) assembly by removing fil-
ter cover (1).
2) Remove screws (1) to separate evaporator upper and lower
cases from each other.
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1B-44 AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL)
REFRIGERANT PIPES AND HOSES
INSPECTION
1) Use a leak tester to check hoses and pipes for any gas leakage.
2) Check each hose or pipe clamp for tightness.
Retighten or replace loose clamp as required, if any.
REMOVAL
1) Recover refrigerant by using recovery and recycling equipment.
Be sure to follow the instruction manual for the equipment.
The amount of compressor oil removed must be measured and
the same amount must be added to the system when reinstal-
ling.
2) Replace defective hose or pipe.
CAUTION:
As soon as the above hose or pipe is disconnected, cap
its opened fitting to prevent moisture and dust from en-
tering.
INSTALLATION
1) Reverse removal procedure to install refrigerant line.
2) Evacuate and charge system. Refer to ªEVACUATINGº and
ªCHARGINGº in this section.
INSPECTION OF IDLE SPEED WITH A / C ON
For G16 and J20 engines model, refer to Section 6E1.
For H25 engine model, refer to Section 6E2.
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1B-50 AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL)
REMOVAL
1) Run engine at idle with A / C ON for 10 minutes.
2) Disconnect negative (±) cable at battery.
3) Recover refrigerant from refrigeration system using recovery
and recycling equipment.
NOTE:
The amount of compressor oil at removed must be mea-
sured and the same amount must be poured when installing
the compressor.
4) Disconnect thermal protector lead wire.
5) Disconnect suction and discharge hoses from compressor as-
sembly.
NOTE:
Cap open fitting immediately to keep moisture out of sys-
tem.
6)For G16 engine:
Remove compressor drive belt by loosening compressor as-
sembly mounting bolts.
For J20 engine:
Remove generator belt. Refer to Section 6H.
For H25 engine:
Remove compressor drive belt by loosening tension pulley bolt.
7) Remove compressor with magnet clutch assembly from its
mount.
8) If compressor assembly is replaced. Drain oil from compressor
assembly, and measure its amount.
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AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL) 1B-51
G16 engine
J20 engine
H25 engine
3. Compressor pulley
4. Crankshaft pulley
INSTALLATION
FOR IWATA PRODUCTION VEHICLE
1) Pour new compressor oil. The amount must be the same with
the amount measured in REMOVAL.
NOTE:
Compressor assembly supplied from factory is filled up
with following amount of oil.
Amount of oil in compressor: 120 cm
3 (120 cc, 7.5 in3)
2)For G16 engine:
Install compressor assembly temporarily to bracket, then install
compressor drive belt (2).
For J20 and H25 engines:
Install compressor assembly to its bracket.
Tighten bolts (a) first, then (b).
Tightening Torque
(a), (b): 23 N
.m (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)
3) Connect suction and discharge hoses to compressor assembly.
4)For G16 engine:
Tension compressor drive belt (2) by tightening compressor as-
sembly mounting bolts. Refer to Section 3B1 for drive belt ten-
sion.
Tighten bolt (a) first, then (b).
Tightening Torque
(a), (b): 23 N
.m (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)
For J20 engine:
Install generator belt (1). Refer to Section 6H for details.
For H25 engine:
Install compressor drive belt (2). Refer to Section 3B1 for instal-
lation and belt tension.
5) Connect thermal protector lead wire.
6) Evacuate and charge system according to previously described
procedure.
CAUTION:
Be sure to use HFC-134a (R-134a) compressor oil.
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1B-52 AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL)
G16 engine
J20 engine
3. Compressor pulley
4. Crankshaft pulley
FOR CAMI PRODUCTION VEHICLE
1) Pour new compressor oil. The amount must be the same with
the amount measured in REMOVAL.
NOTE:
Compressor assembly supplied from factory is filled up
with the following amount of oil.
Amount of oil in compressor: 120 cm
3 (120 cc, 7.5 in3)
2)For G16 engine:
Install compressor assembly temporarily to bracket, then install
compressor drive belt (2).
For J20 engine:
Install compressor assembly to its bracket.
Tighten bolts (a).
Tightening Torque
(a): 23 N
.m (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)
3) Connect suction and discharge hoses to compressor assembly.
4)For G16 engine:
Tension compressor drive belt (2) by tightening compressor as-
sembly mounting bolts. Refer to Section 3B1 for drive belt ten-
sion.
Tighten bolt (a) first, then (b).
Tightening Torque
(a): 23 N
.m (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)
For J20 engine:
Install generator belt (1). Refer to Section 6H for details.
5) Connect thermal protector lead wire.
6) Evacuate and charge system according to previously described
procedure.
CAUTION:
Be sure to use HFC-134a (R-134a) compressor oil.
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1. Suction connector
2. O-ring
3. Pressure switch
4. Flow control valve
(Relief valve)
5. Spring
6. Plug
7. Pump cover
8. Cam ring
9. Vane
10. Rotor
11. Snap ring
12. Side plate
13. Pulley (pump shaft)
14. Oil seal
15. Pump body
16. Flow control valve Assembly
3B1-4 POWER STEERING (P / S) SYSTEM
POWER STEERING (P / S) PUMP
The power steering pump is a vane type and is driven by the V-ribbed belt from the crankshaft.
ModelVane type
Hydraulic
pressure
controlRelieved
pressure
6500 kPa (65 kg / cm2, 924 psi)
G16 Type engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7000 kPa (70 kg / cm
2, 995 psi)
J20 Type engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7350 kPa (73.5 kg / cm
2, 1045 psi)
H25 Type engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ControlFlow control valve
deviceRelief valve
Power steering
pressure switch
Switch turns on (closes) when the
pressure is higher than 2500 ± 3500 kPa
(25 ± 35 kg / cm
2, 356 ± 498 psi).
ECM uses this signal for idle speed control.
Capacity0.70 ± 0.75
(1.48 / 1.23 ± 1.58 / 1.32 US / Imp. pt)
Specified fluidDEXRONII, DEXRONIII A / T fluid
or equivalent
FLOW CONTROL VALVE
As the discharge rate of the P/S pump increases in proportion to the
pump revolution speed, a flow control valve is added to control it so
that the optimum amount of fluid for steering operation is supplied
according to the engine speed (driving condition).
Described below is its operation at different engine speed.