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Removal [10/2019 - 06/2020]: Procedure

  1. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM 
    1. for HFC-134a (R134a):

      Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

    2. for HFO-1234yf (R1234yf):

      Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

  2. REMOVE SERVICE PLUG GRIP 

    Refer to REMOVAL [10/2019 - 06/2020]

  3. CHECK TERMINAL VOLTAGE 
    1. for AWD:
      1. Remove the No. 2 inverter protector.

        Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 8

    2. Disconnect the engine room main wire.

      Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 5

    3. Remove the connector cover assembly.
      1. for 2WD:

        Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 9

      2. for AWD:

        Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 10

    4. Check the terminal voltage.
      1. for 2WD:

        Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 10

      2. for AWD:

        Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 11

    5. Install the connector cover assembly.

      Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 7

    6. Connect the engine room main wire.

      Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 31

    7. for AWD:
      1. Install the No. 2 inverter protector.

        Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 16

  4. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL RH 

    Refer to REMOVAL [11/2018 - ]

  5. REMOVE FRONT FENDER MOULDING SUB-ASSEMBLY RH (for TMC Made) 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure described as for the LH side.

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

  6. REMOVE FRONT FENDER FRONT OUTSIDE MOULDING RH (for TMMC Made) 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure described as for the front fender moulding sub-assembly RH (for TMC Made).

  7. REMOVE FRONT FENDER FRONT SPLASH SHIELD LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 13

  8. REMOVE FRONT FENDER FRONT SPLASH SHIELD RH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 14

  9. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 15

  10. REMOVE FRONT FENDER MUDGUARD RH (w/ Mudguard) 
    1. for Short Type:

      HINT: 

      Use the same procedure described as for the LH side.

      Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

    2. for Long Type:

      HINT: 

      Use the same procedure described as for the LH side.

      Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

  11. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH (for TMC Made) 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 18

  12. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH (for TMMC Made) 

    HINT: 

    Use the same procedure described as for the front fender apron seal RH (for TMC Made).

  13. REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER RH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 8

  14. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the suction hose sub-assembly.
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      NOTE:

      Do not apply excessive force to the suction hose sub-assembly.

    2. Remove the O-ring from the suction hose sub-assembly.
      NOTE:

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

  15. DISCONNECT NO. 1 COOLER REFRIGERANT DISCHARGE HOSE 
    1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the No. 1 cooler refrigerant discharge hose.
      GTY839022Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      NOTE:

      Do not apply excessive force to the No. 1 cooler refrigerant discharge hose.

    2. Remove the O-ring from the No. 1 cooler refrigerant discharge hose.
      NOTE:

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

  16. REMOVE COMPRESSOR WITH MOTOR ASSEMBLY 
    1. Disconnect the connector (A).
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      Connector (A)
    2. Remove the 2 nuts.
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    3. Using an E8 "TORX" socket wrench, remove the 2 stud bolts and bolt.
      NOTE:

      Do not drop or subject the parts to any impact.

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      Bolt
      Stud Bolt
    4. Slide the green-colored lock of the connector (B) as shown in the illustration to release it and disconnect the connector.
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      Connector (B)
      Slide
      Green-colored Lock
      WARNING:

      Make sure to wear insulated gloves.

      NOTE:

      Insulate the disconnected terminals and connector with insulating tape.

    5. Remove the compressor with motor assembly from the location shown in the illustration.
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      NOTE:

      Do not damage surrounding parts.