Rear Cooling Unit: Removal

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DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
HINT:

At the time of installation, first evacuate air from refrigeration system.

Then, charge the system with the refrigerant and inspect for leaks of the refrigerant.

Specified amount: 1,050 +/- 50 g (37.04 +/- 1.76 oz.)
DISCONNECT LIQUID AND SUCTION TUBES
Remove the bolt and slide the plate, then disconnect both tubes.

Torque: 10 N.m (100 kgf.cm, 7 ft.lbf)

Fig 1: Disconnecting Liquid & Suction Tubes
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NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.

HINT:

At the time of installation, lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the tubes.
REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH
REMOVE REAR FLOOR MAT SUPPORT PLATE
REMOVE ROOF HEADLINING REAR TRIM
REMOVE QUARTER TRIM PANEL RH
REMOVE ROOF SIDE INNER UPPER GARNISH (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE NO. 1 COOLER AIR DUCT
1. Remove the 3 roof headlining set clips.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Roof Headlining Set Clips
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2. Remove the 5 clips and the No. 1 cooler air duct.
Fig 3: Removing Clips And No. 1 Cooler Air Duct
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REMOVE REAR COOLING UNIT
1. Disconnect the connectors.
2. Remove the 3 bolts and the rear cooling unit.
Fig 4: Removing Rear Cooling Unit
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