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REMOVAL (To 8/2009): Removal

  1. PRECAUTION 
    1. w/ Air Suspension:
      NOTE:

      Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing. Refer to PRECAUTION .

    2. w/ Navigation System for HDD:
      NOTE:

      After the engine switch is turned off, the display and navigation module display (HDD navigation system) records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the engine switch off, make sure to wait at least 60 seconds before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

  2. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM  See step  1
  3. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
    NOTE:

    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected. Refer to INITIALIZATION .

  4. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL RH 
  5. REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER RH  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 3
  6. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 17
  7. REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 5
  8. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER 
  9. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT  . Refer to REPLACEMENT - Step 7
  10. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 1
  11. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 2
  12. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 3
  13. REMOVE V-BANK COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 34
  14. REMOVE HOOD CENTER CUSHION  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 4
  15. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 5
  16. REMOVE MILLIMETER WAVE RADAR SENSOR ASSEMBLY (w/ Dynamic Radar Cruise Control System)  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 6
  17. REMOVE LOW PITCHED HORN ASSEMBLY  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 6
  18. REMOVE HOOD LOCK CONTROL CABLE COVER  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 20
  19. REMOVE HOOD LOCK ASSEMBLY  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 21
  20. REMOVE HIGH PITCHED HORN ASSEMBLY  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 6
  21. REMOVE SMOG VENTILATION SENSOR (w/ Smog Ventilation Sensor)  See step  6
  22. REMOVE HOOD LOCK SUPPORT SUB-ASSEMBLY  See step  15
  23. REMOVE NO. 2 AIR CLEANER INLET  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 35
  24. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR CLEANER INLET  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 36
  25. REMOVE BATTERY  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 37
  26. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY  See step  18
  27. DISCONNECT AIR CONDITIONING TUBE AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY  See step  19
  28. REMOVE RADIATOR RESERVE TANK ASSEMBLY  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 15
  29. DISCONNECT NO. 1 RADIATOR HOSE  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 16
  30. DISCONNECT NO. 2 RADIATOR HOSE  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 17
  31. DISCONNECT INLET OIL COOLER HOSE  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 18
  32. DISCONNECT OUTLET OIL COOLER HOSE  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 19
  33. REMOVE UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORT  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 25
  34. REMOVE COOLER CONDENSER ASSEMBLY  See step  21
  35. REMOVE RADIATOR ASSEMBLY AND FAN ASSEMBLY WITH MOTOR 

    HINT: 

    Refer to the procedure for Remove No. 2 Radiator Assembly. Refer to REMOVAL - Step 26 .

  36. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the discharge hose sub-assembly from the compressor and magnetic clutch.
      Fig 1: Remove The Bolt And Disconnect The Discharge Hose Sub-Assembly
      GTY274259Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the O-ring from the discharge hose sub-assembly.
      NOTE:

      Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

  37. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the suction hose sub-assembly from the compressor and magnetic clutch.
      Fig 2: Remove The Bolt And Disconnect The Suction Hose Sub-Assembly
      GTY272633Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the O-ring from the suction hose sub-assembly.
      NOTE:

      Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.

  38. REMOVE COMPRESSOR AND MAGNETIC CLUTCH 
    1. Disengage each clamp.
    2. Disconnect each connector.
    3. for Standard Bolt:
      1. Remove the 4 bolts, bracket and the compressor and magnetic clutch.
        Fig 3: Remove The 4 Bolts, Bracket And The Compressor And Magnetic Clutch
        GTY286481Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
        TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

        *1 Bracket
    4. for Stud Bolt
      1. Remove the 2 nuts, 2 bolts and bracket.
        Fig 4: Remove The 2 Nuts, 2 Bolts And Bracket
        GTY280079Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      2. Remove the 2 stud bolts and the compressor and magnetic clutch.
        TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

        *1 Bracket
        *2 Nut
        *3 Stud bolt
        *4 Bolt