Page 30 of 1897

AC2KB-01
I12289
I03838
SST
I03839
SST
Push
SSTPull
Release
Lever AC-28
- AIR CONDITIONINGAIR CONDITIONING UNIT
1950 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
REMOVAL
1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION
SYSTEM
HINT:
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 refrig-
erant.
Specified amount: 600 ± 50 g (21.16 ± 1.76 oz.)
2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT FROM RADIATOR
HINT:
It is not necessary to drain out all coolant.
3. DISCONNECT LIQUID AND SUCTION TUBES
(a) Using SST, remove the 2 piping clamps.
SST 09870-00015 (Suction tube)
09870-00025 (Liquid tube)
(1) Insert SST to piping clamp.
HINT:
Confirm the direction of the piping clamp claw and SST using
the illustration showing on the caution label.
(2) Push down SST and release the clamp lock.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to deform the tubes, when pushing SST.
(3) Pull SST slightly and push the release lever, then re-
move the piping clamp with SST.
(4) Remove the piping clamp from SST.
(b) Disconnect the both tubes.
Page 51 of 1897

AC2G4-01
I12297
12
I12298
3 AC-42
- AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR AND MAGNETIC CLUTCH
1964 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
COMPRESSOR AND MAGNETIC
CLUTCH
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. INSPECT COMPRESSOR FOR METALLIC SOUND
Check there is abnormal metallic sound from the compressor
when the A/C switch is ON.
If abnormal metallic sound is heard, replace the compressor as-
sembly.
2. INSPECT REFRIGERANT PRESSURE
(See page AC-3)
3. INSPECT VISUALLY FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGER-
ANT
Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant.
If there is any leakage, replace the compressor assembly.
4. INSPECT COMPRESSOR LOCK SENSOR RESIS-
TANCE
(a) Disconnect the connector.
(b) Measure resistance between terminals 1 and 2.
Standard resistance: 65 - 125 W at 20 °C (68 °F)
If resistance is not as specified, replace the sensor.
5. CHECK FOR LEAKAGE OF GREASE FROM CLUTCH
BEARING
6. CHECK FOR SIGNS OF OIL ON PRESSURE PLATE OR
ROTOR
7. INSPECT MAGNETIC CLUTCH BEARING FOR NOISE
(a) Start engine.
(b) Check for abnormal noise from the compressor when the
A/C switch is OFF.
If abnormal noise is being emitted, replace the magnetic clutch.
8. INSPECT MAGNETIC CLUTCH OPERATION
(a) Disconnect the connector.
(b) Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal
4 and the negative (-) lead to the body ground.
(c) Check that the magnetic clutch energized.
If operation is not as specified, replace the magnetic clutch.
Page 53 of 1897
AC1N1-02
I12935
P19978
N20259
AC-44
- AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR AND MAGNETIC CLUTCH
1966 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
REMOVAL
1. RUN ENGINE AT IDLE SPEED WITH A/C ON FOR
APPROX. 10 MINUTES
2. STOP ENGINE
3. DISCONNECT NEGATIVE (- ) TERMINAL CABLE
FROM BATTERY
4. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION
SYSTEM
5. REMOVE DRIVE BELT
(See page AC-18)
6. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE AND SUCTION HOSES
Remove the 2 nuts and disconnect the both hoses.
NOTICE:
Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt
out of the system.
7. REMOVE GENERATOR
(a) Disconnect the generator connector.
(b) Remove the nut, and disconnect the generator wire.
(c) Disconnect the wire harness from the clamp.
(d) Remove the pivot bolt, adjusting lock bolt and generator.
8. REMOVE COMPRESSOR
(a) Disconnect the connector.
(b) Disconnect the wire harness clamp.
(c) Remove the 2 bolts, nut and drive belt adjusting bar
bracket.
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AC2G6-01
I12299
I12300
- AIR CONDITIONINGCONDENSER
AC-53
1975 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
REMOVAL
1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION
SYSTEM
HINT:
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 refrig-
erant.
Specified amount: 600 ± 50 g (21.16 ± 1.76 oz.)
2. REMOVE RADIATOR AND CONDENSER FANS
(See page AC-46)
3. REMOVE 2 RADIATOR UPPER SUPPORTS
4. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE AND LIQUID TUBE
Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the hose and tube.
Torque: 10 N´m (100 kgf´cm, 7 ft´lbf)
NOTICE:
Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt
out of the system.
HINT:
At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.
Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them
to the hose.
5. REMOVE CONDENSER
(a) Remove the 2 condenser set bolts.
(b) Push the radiator toward the engine.
(c) Push the condenser toward the radiator and pull it up-
ward.
HINT:
At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.
If condenser is replaced, add compressor oil to the condenser.
Add 40 cc (1.4 fl.oz.)
Compressor oil: ND-OIL 8 or equivalent
Page 62 of 1897

AC104-03
I12942
1 2
- AIR CONDITIONINGCONDENSER FAN
AC-71
1993 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
CONDENSER FAN
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. INSPECT CONDENSER FAN OPERATION
Inspect the fan operation at these conditions, as shown in the
chart.
Test conditions:
Start engine
Blower speed control switch position ºHIº
Temperature control dial at ºCOOLº position
Set on manifold gauge set
A/C switch ON
ConditionFan operation (Fan speed)
Engine coolant temperature
88 °C (190 °F) or belowRotate (Low speed)
Engine coolant temperature
98 °C (208 °F) or aboveRotate (High speed)
Refrigerant pressure is less than
1,520 kPa (15.5 kgf/cm2, 220 psi)Rotate (Low speed)
Refrigerant pressure is 1,520 kPa
(15.5 kgf/cm2, 220 psi) or aboveRotate (High speed)
If operation is not as specified, proceed to the next inspection.
2. INSPECT CONDENSER FAN MOTOR OPERATION
(a) Disconnect the fan connector.
(b) Connect battery and ammeter.
(c) Check that the fan rotates smoothly, and then check the
reading on the ammeter.
Specified amperage: 9.2 - 11.0 A at 20 °C (68 °F)
If operation is not as specified, replace the fan motor.
If operation is as specified, check the pressure switch, cooling
fan relays and water temp. switch.
Page 64 of 1897
CH0086
Wrong Correct
AC0YF-03
I14032
Generator
Crankshaft PulleyCompressor
N01881
DENSOBorroughs
- AIR CONDITIONINGDRIVE BELT
AC-17
1939 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
DRIVE BELT
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. INSPECT DRIVE BELT'S INSTALLATION CONDITION
Check that the drive belt fits properly in the ribbed grooves.
2. INSPECT DRIVE BELT TENSION
Using a belt tension gauge, check the drive belt tension.
Drive belt tension:
New belt: 165 ± 22 lbf
Used belt: 88 ± 22 lbf
HINT:
ºNew beltº refers to a belt which has been used less than
5 minutes on the running engine.
ºUsed beltº refer to a belt which has been on a running en-
gine for 5 minutes or more.
After installing the drive belt, check that it fits properly in
the ribbed grooves.
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I12940
1
23 4
AC100-03
Z13470
Magnetic clutch control
Low pressure side
ON (Continuity)
196 kpa
(2.0 kgf/cm
2, 28 psi)
OFF (No Continuity)High pressure side
3,140 kpa
(32.0 kgf/cm2, 455 psi)
OFF (No Continuity)
Z13471
Cooling fan control
ON1,520 kpa
(15.5 kgf/cm
2, 220 psi)
(No Continuity) (Continuity)
OFF
1,226 kpa
(12.5 kgf/cm
2, 178 psi)
- AIR CONDITIONINGPRESSURE SWITCH
AC-65
1987 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
PRESSURE SWITCH
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. SET ON MANIFOLD GAUGE SET (See page AC-20)
2. DISCONNECT CONNECTOR FROM PRESSURE
SWITCH
3. RUN ENGINE AT APPROX. 1,500 RPM
4. Magnetic clutch control:
INSPECT PRESSURE SWITCH OPERATION
(a) Connect the positive (+) lead from the ohmmeter to termi-
nal 4 and the negative (-) lead to terminal 1.
(b) Check continuity between terminals when refrigerant
pressure is changed, as shown in the illustration.
If operation is not as specified, replace the pressure switch.
5. Cooling fan control:
INSPECT PRESSURE SWITCH OPERATION
(a) Connect the positive (+) lead from the ohmmeter to termi-
nal 2 and the negative (-) lead to terminal 3.
(b) Check continuity between terminals when refrigerant
pressure is changed, as shown in the illustration.
If operation is not as specified, replace the pressure switch.
6. STOP ENGINE AND SET OFF MANIFOLD GAUGE SET
7. CONNECT CONNECTOR TO PRESSURE SWITCH
Page 84 of 1897

I12940
1
23 4
AC100-03
Z13470
Magnetic clutch control
Low pressure side
ON (Continuity)
196 kpa
(2.0 kgf/cm
2, 28 psi)
OFF (No Continuity)High pressure side
3,140 kpa
(32.0 kgf/cm2, 455 psi)
OFF (No Continuity)
Z13471
Cooling fan control
ON1,520 kpa
(15.5 kgf/cm
2, 220 psi)
(No Continuity) (Continuity)
OFF
1,226 kpa
(12.5 kgf/cm
2, 178 psi)
- AIR CONDITIONINGPRESSURE SWITCH
AC-65
1987 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
PRESSURE SWITCH
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. SET ON MANIFOLD GAUGE SET (See page AC-20)
2. DISCONNECT CONNECTOR FROM PRESSURE
SWITCH
3. RUN ENGINE AT APPROX. 1,500 RPM
4. Magnetic clutch control:
INSPECT PRESSURE SWITCH OPERATION
(a) Connect the positive (+) lead from the ohmmeter to termi-
nal 4 and the negative (-) lead to terminal 1.
(b) Check continuity between terminals when refrigerant
pressure is changed, as shown in the illustration.
If operation is not as specified, replace the pressure switch.
5. Cooling fan control:
INSPECT PRESSURE SWITCH OPERATION
(a) Connect the positive (+) lead from the ohmmeter to termi-
nal 2 and the negative (-) lead to terminal 3.
(b) Check continuity between terminals when refrigerant
pressure is changed, as shown in the illustration.
If operation is not as specified, replace the pressure switch.
6. STOP ENGINE AND SET OFF MANIFOLD GAUGE SET
7. CONNECT CONNECTOR TO PRESSURE SWITCH