Rear A/C Unit: Removal

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Sequoia. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    NOTE:

    At the time of installation, please refer to the following.

    • Evacuate air from refrigeration system.
    • Charge system with refrigerant and inspect the leakage of refrigerant.

      Specified amount: 

      Dual A/C: 1050 +/- 50 g (37.03 +/- 1.76 oz.)  .

  1. Discharge refrigerant from refrigeration system  .
  2. NOTE: It is not necessary to drain out all coolant.
  3. Drain engine coolant from radiator  .
  4. Remove rear seat outer belt floor anchors  .
  5. Remove back door scuff plate  .
  6. Remove rear door scuff plate right side  .
  7. Remove upper back door garnish  .
  8. Remove rear window side garnish right side  .
  9. Remove rear quarter trim panel right side  .
  10. Remove quarter pillar garnish right side  .
  11. CAUTION: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
RENDER: 1.0x

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  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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