Last Modified: 05-08-2025 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001FAOI
Model Year Start: 2019 Model: RAV4 Prod Date Range: [11/2018 - 08/2020]
Title: HEATING / AIR CONDITIONING: COMPRESSOR (for A25A-FKS): REMOVAL; 2019 - 2020 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 08/2020]

REMOVAL

PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

NOTICE:

  • Do not race the engine before replacing the compressor assembly with pulley.
  • If metal dust is produced inside the compressor assembly with pulley, it could cause a clog in the modulator. If any metal dust comes out, replace the cooler dryer inside the modulator also.

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2. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

(a) for HFC-134a (R134a):

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(b) for HFO-1234yf (R1234yf):

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3. REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT

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4. REMOVE INLET AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY

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5. REMOVE SECURITY HORN ASSEMBLY (w/ Security Horn)

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6. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the bolt and disconnect the suction hose sub-assembly.

NOTICE:

Do not apply excessive force to the suction hose sub-assembly.

(b) Remove the O-ring from the suction hose sub-assembly.

NOTICE:

Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering them.

7. DISCONNECT NO. 1 COOLER REFRIGERANT DISCHARGE HOSE

(a) Remove the bolt and disconnect the No. 1 cooler refrigerant discharge hose.

NOTICE:

Do not apply excessive force to the No. 1 cooler refrigerant discharge hose.

(b) Remove the O-ring from the No. 1 cooler refrigerant discharge hose.

NOTICE:

Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering them.

8. REMOVE COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY WITH PULLEY

(a) Disconnect the connector.

(b) for Type A:

(1) Remove the 2 nuts.

(2) Using an E8 "TORX" socket wrench, remove the 2 stud bolts, 2 bolts and compressor assembly with pulley.

Bolt

Stud Bolt

(c) for Type B:

(1) Remove the 4 bolts and compressor assembly with pulley.