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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Air Conditioning System: Evacuating

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Evacuating
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lexus IS 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Connect Quick Disconnect Adapter To Charging Hoses 
    Fig 1: Identifying Quick Disconnect Adapter & Associated Components
    G01178927Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  2. Remove Caps From Service Valves On Refrigerant Lines 
  3. Set On Manifold Gauge Set 
    1. Close both hand valves of manifold gauge set.
    2. Connect the quick disconnect adapters to the service valves.
  4. Evacuate Air From Refrigeration System 
    1. Connect the vacuum pump adapter to the vacuum pump.
      Fig 2: Connecting Vacuum Pump To Vacuum Pump Adapter
      G01178928Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Connect the center hose of the manifold gauge set to the vacuum pump adapter.
      Fig 3: Evacuating Air From Refrigeration System Using Manifold Gauge Set
      G01178929Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Open both the high and low hand valves and run the vacuum pump.
    4. After 10 minutes or more, check that the low pressure gauge indicates 750 mmHg (30 in. Hg) or more.

      HINT:

      If the reading is 750 mmHg (30 in. Hg) or more, close both hand valves of manifold gauge set and stop the vacuum pump. Check the system for leaks and repair if necessary.

    5. Close both the high and low hand valves and stop the vacuum pump.
    6. Leave the system in this condition for 5 minutes or more and check that there is no gauge indicator.
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