Page 16 of 1897
I01390
Condition: Insufficient cooling
I01392
Condition: Insufficient cooling
NOTE : These gauge indica-
tions are shown when the
refrigeration system has
been opened and the refrig-
erant charged without vacu-
um purging.
- AIR CONDITIONINGAIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
AC-7
1929 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
(6) Refrigerant overcharged or insufficient cooling of
condenser
Symptom seen in
refrigeration systemProbable causeDiagnosisRemedy
Pressure too high on both low
and high pressure sides
No air bubbles seen through the
sight glass even when the engine
rpm is lowered Unable to develop sufficient per-
formance due to excessive refrig-
eration system
Insufficient cooling of condenser Excessive refrigerant in
cycle " refrigerant over charged
Condenser cooling " condenser
fins clogged of condenser fan
faulty
(1) Clean condenser
(2) Check condenser fan motor
operation
(3) If (1) and (2) are in normal
state, check amount of refrigerant
Charge proper amount of refriger-
ant
(7) Air present in refrigeration system
Symptom seen in
refrigeration systemProbable causeDiagnosisRemedy
Pressure too high on both low
and high pressure sides
The low pressure piping hot to
touch
Bubbles seen in sight glass
Air entered in refrigeration system
Air present in refrigeration sys-
tem
Insufficient vacuum purging
(1) Check compressor oil to see if
it is dirty or insufficient
(2) Evacuate air and charge new
refrigerant
Page 20 of 1897
AC2810
AC0Y9-02
AC2811
N11084
Wrong Okay
HI LO HILO
- AIR CONDITIONINGAIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
AC-1
1923 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
PRECAUTION
1. DO NOT HANDLE REFRIGERANT IN AN ENCLOSED
AREA OR WEAR EYE PROTECTION
2. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION
3. BE CAREFUL NOT TO GET LIQUID REFRIGERANT IN
YOUR EYES OR ON YOUR SKIN
If liquid refrigerant gets in your eyes or on your skin.
(a) Wash the area with lots of cool water.
CAUTION:
Do not rub your eyes or skin.
(b) Apply clean petroleum jelly to the skin.
(c) Go immediately to a physician or hospital for professional
treatment.
4. NEVER HEAT CONTAINER OR EXPOSE IT TO NAKED
FLAME
5. BE CAREFUL NOT TO DROP CONTAINER AND NOT
TO APPLY PHYSICAL SHOCKS TO IT
6. DO NOT OPERATE COMPRESSOR WITHOUT
ENOUGH REFRIGERANT IN REFRIGERATION SYS-
TEM
If there is not enough refrigerant in the refrigerant system oil lu-
brication will be insufficient and compressor burnout may occur,
so that care to avoid this, necessary care should be taken.
7. DO NOT OPEN PRESSURE MANIFOLD VALVE WHILE
COMPRESSOR IS OPERATE
If the high pressure valve is opened, refrigerant flows in the re-
verse direction and could cause the charging cylinder to rup-
ture, so open and close the only low pressure valve.
8. BE CAREFUL NOT TO OVERCHARGE SYSTEM WITH
REFRIGERANT
If refrigerant is overcharged, it causes problems such as insuffi-
cient cooling, poor fuel economy, engine overheating etc.
Page 24 of 1897
AC2HX-01
I14049
I14050
AC-30
- AIR CONDITIONINGAIR CONDITIONING UNIT
1952 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
DISASSEMBLY
1. REMOVE AIR VENT DUCT
2. REMOVE EVAPORATOR TEMP. SENSOR
Pull out the sensor.
3. REMOVE EXPANSION VALVE
Using a hexagon wrench, remove the 2 bolts and separate the
evaporator, expansion valve, liquid and suction tube.
Torque: 5.4 N´m (55 kgf´cm, 48 in.´lbf)
HINT:
At the time of reassembly, please refer to the following item.
Lubricate 4 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them
to the valve.
4. Auto A/C only:
REMOVE BLOWER MOTOR LINEAR CONTROLLER
Remove the 2 screws and controller.
5. REMOVE BLOWER RESISTOR
Remove the 2 screws and blower resistor.
6. Auto A/C only:
REMOVE AIR MIX SERVOMOTOR (Driver side)
Remove the 3 screws and servomotor.
7. Auto A/C only:
REMOVE AIR MIX SERVOMOTOR (Passenger side)
Remove the 3 screws and servomotor.
8. REMOVE AIR OUTLET SERVOMOTOR
Remove the 3 screws and servomotor.
9. REMOVE ASPIRATOR
Remove the screw and aspirator.
10. REMOVE HEATER RADIATOR
(a) Remove the air duct.
(b) Remove the 2 screws and 2 clamps.
(c) Pull out the heater radiator.
Page 25 of 1897
- AIR CONDITIONINGAIR CONDITIONING UNIT
AC-31
1953 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
11. REMOVE EVAPORATOR
(a) Remove the 10 screws and separate the A/C unit case.
(b) Pull out the evaporator.
HINT:
At the time of reassembly, please refer to the following item.
If evaporator is replaced, add compressor oil to evaporator.
Add 40 cc (1.4 fl.oz.)
Compressor oil: ND-OIL 8 or equivalent
Page 50 of 1897
AC1N4-02
N20259
(A)
(B)
AC-50
- AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR AND MAGNETIC CLUTCH
1972 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
INSTALLATION
1. INSTALL COMPRESSOR
(a) Install the compressor with 3 nuts.
Torque: 25 N´m (250 kgf´cm, 18 ft´lbf)
(b) Install the generator drive belt adjusting bar bracket with
2 bolts and a nut.
Torque:
Bolt (A): 18 N´m (185 kgf´cm, 13 ft´lbf)
Bolt (B): 25 N´m (250 kgf´cm, 18 ft´lbf)
Nut: 25 N´m (250 kgf´cm, 18 ft´lbf)
2. INSTALL GENERATOR
(a) Mount generator on the generator bracket with the pivot
bolt and adjusting lock bolt. Do not tighten the bolts yet.
(b) Connect the generator connector.
(c) Connect the generator wire with the nut.
3. CONNECT DISCHARGE AND SUCTION HOSES
Connect both hoses with the bolt and nut.
Torque: 10 N´m (100 kgf´cm, 7 ft´lbf)
NOTICE:
Hoses should be connected immediately after the caps
have been removed.
HINT:
Lubricate 2 new O-ring with compressor oil and install them to
the tube.
4. INSTALL AND CHECK DRIVE BELT
(See page AC-19, AC-17)
5. CONNECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE TO BAT-
TERY
6. EVACUATE AIR FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
AND CHARGE WITH REFRIGERANT
Specified amount: 600 ± 50 g (21.16 ± 1.76 oz.)
7. INSPECT FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGERANT
Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant.
If there is leakage, check the tightening torque at the joints.
8. INSPECT A/C OPERATION
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 56 of 1897
AC28I-02
I12949I12950
I12965
N´m (kgf´cm, ft´lbf) : Specified torque
Non-reusable part
Compressor oil ND-OIL 8 or equivalent
5.4 (55, 48 in.´lbf)
5.4 (55, 48 in.´lbf)
Discharge Hose
Liquid Tube O-ringRadiator Upper SupportCondenser
Radiator Upper Support
Condenser
Dryer
Filter
Cap
12.3 (125, 9)
O-ring
AC-52
- AIR CONDITIONINGCONDENSER
1974 Author: Date:
2001 AVALON (RM808U)
COMPONENTS
Page 59 of 1897
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
