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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 536 (AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM)CONDENSERREMOVAL

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Section 536 (Air Conditioning System): Condenser: Removal

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Removal

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DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
HINT:

At the time of installation, please refer to the following item. Evacuate air from refrigeration system.

Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of refrigerant.

Specified Amount:

Single A/C: 650 +/- 50 g (22.93 +/- 1.76 oz.)

Dual A/C: 900 +/- 50 g (31.74 +/- 1.76 oz.)
REMOVE AIR INLET DUCT
REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY
DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE AND LIQUID TUBE
1. Remove the bolt and bracket.
2. Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the hose and tube.
Torque: 5.4 N.m (55 kgf.cm, 48 in.lbf)

NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.

HINT:

At the time of installation, please refer to the following item. Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install the hose and tube.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Discharge Hose & Liquid Tube
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REMOVE RADIATOR UPPER SEAL
1. Remove the 2 nuts and 2 radiator brackets.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Radiator Brackets
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2. Remove the 2 bolts.
3. Disconnect the 3 connectors.
4. Remove the 2 bolts and 2 horns.
5. Remove the bolt and smog ventilation sensor.
6. Remove the cover, nut, 2 bolts and food lock.
7. Remove the cover, nut, 2 clips and wire cover.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Cover, Nut, Clips & Wire Cover
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8. Remove the 5 bolts and radiator upper seal.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Radiator Upper Seal
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9. Remove the 3 wire harness clamps.
  
  Fig 5: Removing Wire Harness Clamps
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REMOVE CONDENSER
1. Push down the 2 condenser brackets as shown.
2. Push the radiator toward the engine.
3. Push the condenser toward toe radiator pull it upward.
  
  Fig 6: Removing Condenser Brackets
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• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.