Removal and Installation

2006 Toyota Sequoia 4WD V8-4.7L (2UZ-FE)SECTION Removal and Installation
REMOVAL

1. RUN ENGINE AT IDLE SPEED WITH A/C ON FOR APPROX. 10 MINUTES
2. STOP ENGINE
3. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
4. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM




5. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE AND SUCTION HOSES
a. Remove the 2 nuts and disconnect both hoses.

NOTE: Cap the openings fitting immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.

6. REMOVE DRIVE BELT




7. REMOVE COOLER COMPRESSOR
a. Disconnect the connector.
b. Remove the 3 bolts and nut.
c. Remove the cooler bracket.
d. Remove the compressor.

INSTALLATION
1. INSTALL COOLER COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY
a. Install the compressor with the cooler bracket with the 3 bolts and nut.

Torque: 47 N.m (480 kgf.cm, 35 in.lbf)

Torque: 25 N.m (255 kgf.cm, 18 in.lbf)

b. Connect the connector.

2. CONNECT DISCHARGE AND SUCTION HOSES
a. Connect both hoses with the 2 nuts.

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

NOTE: Hoses should be connected immediately after the caps have been removed.

HINT: Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the hoses.

3. INSTALL AND CHECK DRIVE BELT
4. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
5. EVACUATE AIR FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
6. CHARGE SYSTEM WITH REFRIGERANT
Specified amount:
Single A/C:
750 ± 50g (26.45 ± 1.76 oz.)

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

7. INSPECT FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGERANT
a. Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant.
If there is leakage, check the tightening torque at the joints.

8. PERFORM INITIALIZATION
a. Perform initialization.

HINT: Some systems need initialization when disconnecting the cable from the negative battery terminal.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.