Highlander 2WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE) (2001)
Heater Core: Service and Repair
AIR CONDITIONING RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
OVERHAUL
1. DRAIN HFC-134A (R134A)
SST 07110-58060 (07117-58080, 07117-58090, 07117-78050, 07117-88060, 07117-88070, 07117-88080)
2. SEPARATE COOLER REFRIGERANT SUCTION PIPE NO.1
a. Install SST to piping clamp.
SST 09870-00015
HINT: Confirm the direction of the piping clamp claw and SST using the illustration showing on the caution label.
b. Push down SST and release the clamp lock.
NOTE: Be careful not to deform the tube, when pushing SST.
c. Pull SST slightly and push the release lever, then remove the piping clamp with SST.
d. Disconnect the cooler refrigerant suction hose No.1.
NOTE:
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Do not use tools like screwdriver to remove the tube.
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Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
3. SEPARATE COOLER REFRIGERANT LIQUID PIPE A
SST 09870-00025