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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Section 591 (Rear A/C Unit): Disassembly

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Disassembly
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  1. REMOVE BLOWER MOTOR 
  2. REMOVE POWER TRANSISTOR 
  3. REMOVE THERMISTOR 
  4. REMOVE WATER VALVE 
    Fig 1: Removing Water Valve
    G02852712Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    1. Remove the packing.
    2. Remove the 3 screws and 2 brackets.
    3. Grip the claws of the hose clips and slide the hose clips along the hoses.
    4. Disconnect the water hoses and pipes.
      Fig 2: Disconnecting Hoses & Pipes
      G02852713Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    5. Remove the 2 screws and 2 clamps.
    6. Remove the 3 screws and water valve.
  5. REMOVE DRAIN HOSE 
    Fig 3: Removing Drain Hose
    G02852714Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  6. REMOVE EXPANSION VALVE 
    Fig 4: Removing Expansion Valve
    G02852715Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    1. Remove the 4 screws and 2 brackets.
    2. Pry out the packings.
      NOTE: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item. Do not refuse the packing.
    3. Using a hexagon wrench (5.0mm, 0.20 in.), remove the 2 bolts and expansion valve.

      Torque: 5.4 N.m (55 kgf.cm, 48in.lbf) 

      NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
RENDER: 1.0x

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