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Fig. 294: Identifying Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Tab
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INSPECTION AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR CHECK
CAUTION: The ambient air temperature sensor should be
checked with removing it. If the sensor is removed, it
is no longer serviceable.
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Fig. 296: Pre Removal And Post Installation Operation Chart
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Fig. 297: Removing And Installing Compressor Assembly
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REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS << A >> FLEXIBLE SUCTION HOSE AND FLEXIBLE DISCHARGE HOSE DISCONNECTION
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To prevent the entry of dust or other foreign bodies, plug the dismantled hoses and
compressor nipples. << B >> COMPRESSOR REMOVAL Take care not to spill any compressor oil when removing the compressor. INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT >> A << COMPRESSOR INSTALLATION If a new compressor is installed, first adjust the amount of oil according to the
procedures described below, and then install the compressor.
1. Measure the amount [X cm
3 (X fl.oz) of oil within the removed compressor.
2. Drain (from the new compressor) the amount of oil calculated according to the
following formula, and then install the new compressor.
New compressor oil amount = 140cm
2 (4.7 fl.oz)
140 cm
3 - X cm
3 = Y cm
3 (4.7 fl.oz. - X fl.oz. = Y fl.oz)
Quantity:
Eva
porator
: 60 c
m3 (2.0 fl.oz
)
CAUTION: As the compressor oil and receiver are highly
moisture absorbent, use a non-porous material to
plug the hose and nipples.
NOTE:
Y cm
3 (Y fl.oz) indicates the amount of oil in the refrigerant
line, the condenser, the evaporator, etc.
NOTE: When replacing the following parts at the same times as the
compressor, subtract the rated oil amount of each part from
Y cm3 (Y fl.oz) and discharge from the new compressor.
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Fig. 299: Exploded View Of A/C Compressor Components
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DISASSEMBLY SERVICE POINT << A >> SELF-LOCKING NUT REMOVAL
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Fig. 300: Removing Self
-Locking Nut
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ASSEMBLY SERVICE POINTS >> A << FIELD CORE ATTACHMENT Line up the pin hole on the compressor unit with the field core projection and
attach.
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REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS << A >> RESERVE TANK ASSEMBLY REMOVAL Position the reserve tank assembly out of the way. The reserve tank assembly
cannot be removed completely from the engine compartment. Fig. 308: Identifying Reserve Tank Assembly And Air Cleaner Body
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<< B >> FLEXIBLE SUCTION HOSE AND LIQUID PIPE A DISCONNECTION NOTE: For removal and installation of the condenser fan motor,
refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
.
CAUTION: As the compressor oil and receiver are highly
moisture absorbent, use a non-porous material to
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To prevent the entry of dust or other foreign bodies, plug the dismantled hose and
condenser assembly nipples. INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT >> A << CONDENSER INSTALLATION When replacing the condenser, refill it with a specified amount of compressor oil
and install it to the vehicle.
Compressor oil: SUN PAG 56
Quantity:
15 cm
3 (0.5 fl.oz)
INSPECTION CONDENSER FAN MOTOR CHECK Check to be sure that the condenser fan motor operates when battery voltage is
applied to terminal 2 and terminal 1
grounded.
plug the hose and nipples.
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Fig. 310: Removing And Installing Refrigerant Line
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REMOVAL SERVICE POINT << A >> HOSE/PIPE DISCONNECTION To prevent the entry of other foreign bodies, plug the condenser, compressor, and
expansion valve nipples. << B >> SUCTION PIPE AND SUCTION FLEXIBLE HOSE DISCONNECTION
CAUTION: As the compressor oil and receiver are highly
moisture absorbent, use a non-porous material to
plug the hose and nipples.
CAUTION: As the compressor oil and receiver are highly
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