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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2011FJ CRUISER 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR HVACSERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL AND REPLACEMENTREMOVAL
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)
Removal
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)SECTION Removal
AIR CONDITIONING: COMPRESSOR: REMOVAL
1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM Service and Repair
2. REMOVE FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT
(a) Remove the fan and generator V belt Removal.
3. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL LH
(a) Remove the 5 clips and the front fender apron seal.
4. REMOVE FRONT FENDER REAR SPLASH SHIELD LH
(a) Remove the 5 clips and the front fender rear splash shield.
5. DISCONNECT NO. 2 ENGINE WIRE
(a) Remove the bolt and disconnect the ground wire.
(b) Disengage the clamp and disconnect the No. 2 engine wire.
(c) Open the cover from terminal 30.
(d) Remove the 3 bolts and nut and disconnect the No. 2 engine wire.
6. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the bolt and separate the suction hose.
(b) Remove the bolt and disconnect the suction hose.
(c) Remove the O-ring from the suction hose.
NOTICE:
Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.
7. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the bolt and disconnect the discharge hose.
(b) Remove the O-ring from the discharge hose.
NOTICE:
Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.
8. REMOVE COOLER COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY
(a) Disconnect the connector.
(b) Remove the 3 bolts and nut.
(c) Using a "TORX" socket wrench (E8), remove the stud bolt and the cooler compressor.
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:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.