RX 400h FWD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) Hybrid (2006)
2. Remove the compressor refrigerant discharge hose No. 1.
A. Remove the bolt and disconnect the cooler refrigerant discharge hose No. 1 from the electric inverter compressor.
B. Remove the bolt and disconnect the cooler refrigerant discharge hose No. 1 from the cooler condenser assembly.
C. Remove the compressor refrigerant discharge hose No. 1 from the vehicle. This part will NOT be re-used.
3. Install the NEW compressor refrigerant discharge hose No. 1.
A. Put the new compressor refrigerant discharge hose No. 1 into place.
B. Connect the compressor refrigerant discharge hose No. 1 to the condenser. Install the bolt and hand start at least 3 threads.
Torque: 9.8 Nm (100 kgf cm, 87 in.lbf)
C. Connect the compressor refrigerant discharge hose No. 1 onto the compressor. Install the bolt and hand start at least 3 threads.
Torque: 9.8 Nm (100 kgf cm, 87 in.lbf)
4. Charge with refrigerant.
A. Perform vacuum purging.
B. Charge with refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a).
Standard: 550g to 650g (19.4 to 22.9 oz.)
5. Check for refrigerant leak. After recharging refrigerant gas, check for refrigerant gas leakage using a halogen leak detector.
6. Check system performance.