4 Runner 2WD L4-2693cc 2.7L DOHC MFI (1997)
Evaporator Core: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. REMOVE COOLING UNIT
See: Evaporator Case/Service and Repair
2. REMOVE EVAPORATOR
a. Using a knife, cut off each packing.
b. Remove the 3 screws and 3 clips, separate the upper and lower case, then remove the evaporator.
INSTALLATION HINT: If evaporator was replaced, add compressor oil to the compressor.
Add 40 cc (1.4 fl.oz.)
Compressor oil: ND-OIL 8 or equivalent
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
INSPECTION
1. CHECK EVAPORATOR FINS FOR BLOCKAGE
If the fins are clogged, clean them with compressed air.
NOTE: Never use water to clean the evaporator.
2. CHECK FITTINGS FOR CRACKS OR SCRATCHES
Repair as necessary.
