Highlander 4WD V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (2003)
Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair
REPLACEMENT
1. DRAIN HFC-134A (R134A)
SST 07110-58060 (07117-58080, 07117-58090, 07117-78050, 07117-88060, 07117-88070, 07117-88080)
2. REMOVE V (COOLER COMPRESSOR TO CRANKSHAFT PULLEY) BELT NO.1
3. SEPARATE COOLER REFRIGERANT SUCTION HOSE NO.1
a. Remove the bolt and disconnect the cooler refrigerant suction hose No.1.
b. Remove the O-ring from the cooler refrigerant suction hose No.1.
NOTE: Seal the opening of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.
4. SEPARATE COOLER REFRIGERANT DISCHARGE HOSE NO.1
a. Remove the nut and disconnect the cooler refrigerant discharge hose No.1.
b. Remove the O-ring from the cooler refrigerant discharge hose No.1.
NOTE: Seal the opening of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.
5. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER NO.1
6. REMOVE COMPRESSOR AND MAGNETIC CLUTCH
a. Disconnect the connector and clamp.
b. Remove the 2 bolts, nut and cooler compressor bracket.