Last Modified: 01-30-2024 |
6.11:8.1.0 |
Doc ID: RM100000002EKGV |
Model Year Start: 2024 |
Model: RAV4 |
Prod Date Range: [10/2023 -
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Title: HEATING / AIR CONDITIONING: AIR CONDITIONING UNIT (for A25A-FKS): REMOVAL; 2024 MY RAV4 [10/2023 - ] |
REMOVAL
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed, installed or replaced during the air conditioning unit assembly removal/installation are shown below.
Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced
Replaced Part or Performed Procedure
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Necessary Procedures
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Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedures are not Performed
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Disconnect cable from negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal
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Drive the vehicle until stop and start control is permitted (approximately 5 to 60 minutes)
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Stop and start system
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Perform steering sensor zero point calibration
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Lane control system
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Parking support brake system (for Gasoline model)*1
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Pre-collision system
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Reset back door close position
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Power back door system
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Back door lock initialization*2
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Power door lock control system
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No. 1 air conditioning radiator damper servo sub-assembly
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No. 2 air conditioning radiator damper servo sub-assembly
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No. 3 air conditioning radiator damper servo sub-assembly
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No. 1 blower damper servo sub-assembly
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Servo motor initialization (Air conditioning system)
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DTCs are output
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CAUTION:
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Wear protective gloves. Sharp areas on the parts may injure your hands.
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There is risk of injury.
NOTICE:
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After the ignition switch is turned off, the audio and visual system records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the ignition switch off, make sure to wait at least 2 minutes before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.
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When the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal and the security lock setting has been enabled, multi-display operations will be disabled upon next startup unless the password is entered. Be sure to check the security lock setting before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.
PROCEDURE
1. PRECAUTION
CAUTION:
Be sure to read precaution thoroughly before servicing.
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NOTICE:
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Make sure to select face mode before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.
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After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal notices before proceeding with work.
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2. ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD
3. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
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4. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT
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5. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR AND LINK ASSEMBLY
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6. REMOVE COWL VENTILATOR SPLASH SHIELD (for TMC Made)
HINT:
Remove using the same procedure that is performed when replacement of the cowl ventilator splash shield is necessary.
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7. REMOVE COWL VENTILATOR SPLASH SHIELD (for TMMC Made)
HINT:
Use the same procedure described as for the cowl ventilator splash shield (for TMC Made).
8. REMOVE COWL VENTILATOR PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) w/ Windshield Deicer System:
(b) Detach the clamp.
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Bolt
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Nut
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(c) Remove the 4 bolts, 4 nuts and cowl ventilator panel sub-assembly.
9. REMOVE HOLE PLUG
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10. DISCONNECT SUCTION PIPE SUB-ASSEMBLY (for TMC Made without Sub-cool Accelerator)
(b) Rotate the 1-point tightening plate as shown in the illustration.
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Rotate in this Direction
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(c) Disconnect the suction pipe sub-assembly.
NOTICE:
Do not apply excessive force to the suction pipe sub-assembly.
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(d) Remove the O-ring from the suction pipe sub-assembly.
NOTICE:
Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.
11. DISCONNECT SUCTION TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY B (for TMMC Made without Sub-cool Accelerator)
HINT:
Use the same procedure described as for the suction pipe sub-assembly (for TMC Made without Sub-cool Accelerator).
12. DISCONNECT AIR CONDITIONING TUBE AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY (w/o Sub-cool Accelerator)
(a) Disconnect the air conditioning tube and accessory assembly.
NOTICE:
Do not apply excessive force to the air conditioning tube and accessory assembly.
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(b) Remove the O-ring from the air conditioning tube and accessory assembly.
NOTICE:
Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.
13. DISCONNECT NO. 2 AIR CONDITIONING TUBE AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY (for TMC Made with Sub-cool Accelerator)
(b) Rotate the 1-point tightening plate as shown in the illustration.
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Rotate in this Direction
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(c) Disconnect the No. 2 air conditioning tube and accessory assembly.
NOTICE:
Do not apply excessive force to the No. 2 air conditioning tube and accessory assembly.
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(d) Remove the 2 O-rings from the No. 2 air conditioning tube and accessory assembly.
NOTICE:
Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent entry of moisture and foreign matter.
14. DISCONNECT SUCTION TUBE SUB-ASSEMBLY B (for TMMC Made with Sub-cool Accelerator)
HINT:
Use the same procedure described as for the No. 2 air conditioning tube and accessory assembly (for TMC Made with Sub-cool Accelerator).
15. DISCONNECT OUTLET HEATER WATER HOSE
(a) Using pliers, grip the claws of the clip and slide the clip to disconnect the outlet heater water hose.
NOTICE:
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Do not apply excessive force to the outlet heater water hose.
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Prepare a drain pan or cloth in case the coolant leaks.
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16. DISCONNECT INLET HEATER WATER HOSE
(a) Using pliers, grip the claws of the clip and slide the clip to disconnect the inlet heater water hose.
NOTICE:
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Do not apply excessive force to the inlet heater water hose.
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Prepare a drain pan or cloth in case the coolant leaks.
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17. REMOVE HEATER GROMMET
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18. REMOVE FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY LH
(a) for Manual Seat:
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(b) for Power Seat:
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19. REMOVE FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY RH
HINT:
Use the same procedure as for the LH side.
20. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD ASSEMBLY
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21. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY
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22. REMOVE DCM (TELEMATICS TRANSCEIVER) WITH BRACKET (w/ DCM)
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23. REMOVE OUTER LAP BELT ANCHOR COVER
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24. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH
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25. REMOVE FRONT SEAT OUTER BELT ASSEMBLY LH
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26. REMOVE LOWER CENTER PILLAR GARNISH LH
(a) Remove the rear side of the front door opening trim weatherstrip LH so that the lower center pillar garnish LH can be removed.
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(b) Remove the front side of the rear door opening trim weatherstrip LH so that the lower center pillar garnish LH can be removed.
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(c) Remove the lower center pillar garnish LH.
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27. REMOVE REAR DOOR SCUFF PLATE RH
HINT:
Use the same procedure described as for the rear door scuff plate LH.
28. REMOVE FRONT SEAT OUTER BELT ASSEMBLY RH
HINT:
Use the same procedure described as for the front seat outer belt assembly LH.
29. REMOVE LOWER CENTER PILLAR GARNISH RH
HINT:
Use the same procedure described as for the lower center pillar garnish LH.
30. REMOVE ACCELERATOR PEDAL PAD
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31. REMOVE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY
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32. REMOVE FRONT FLOOR CAUTION PLATE COVER (w/ Cover)
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33. REMOVE FRONT FLOOR FRONT CARPET ASSEMBLY
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34. REMOVE NO. 3 DASH PANEL INSULATOR PAD
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35. REMOVE REAR NO. 4 AIR DUCT (for TMC Made)
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36. REMOVE REAR NO. 4 AIR DUCT (for TMMC Made)
HINT:
Use the same procedure described as for the rear No. 4 air duct (for TMC Made).
37. REMOVE REAR NO. 3 AIR DUCT (for TMC Made)
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38. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 AIR DUCT (for TMMC Made)
HINT:
Use the same procedure described as for the rear No. 3 air duct (for TMC Made).
39. REMOVE REAR NO. 2 AIR DUCT (for TMC Made)
HINT:
Use the same procedure described as for the rear No. 4 air duct (for TMC Made).
40. REMOVE REAR NO. 3 AIR DUCT (for TMMC Made)
HINT:
Use the same procedure described as for the rear No. 4 air duct (for TMC Made).
41. REMOVE REAR NO. 1 AIR DUCT
HINT:
Use the same procedure described as for the rear No. 3 air duct (for TMC Made).
42. REMOVE NO. 1 CONSOLE BOX DUCT (w/ Rear Register Duct)
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43. REMOVE NO. 2 HEATER TO REGISTER DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY
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44. REMOVE NO. 3 INSTRUMENT PANEL TO COWL BRACE SUB-ASSEMBLY (for TMC Made)
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45. REMOVE CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACKET SUB-ASSEMBLY (for TMMC Made)
HINT:
Use the same procedure described as for the No. 3 instrument panel to cowl brace sub-assembly (for TMC Made).
46. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL JUNCTION BLOCK ASSEMBLY WITH MAIN BODY ECU
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47. DISCONNECT INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE
(a) Disconnect the 2 connectors.
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(b) Detach the clamp and guide.
(c) Remove the 3 bolts.
(d) Detach the guide and disconnect the 3 ground wires.
(e) Detach the clamp.
(f) Remove the nut.
*A
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for Type A
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*B
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for Type B
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*C
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for Automatic Air Conditioning System
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*a
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Clamp
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*b
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Guide
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Bolt
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Nut
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Connector
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Lever Connector
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(g) Remove the bolt.
(h) Detach the guide and disconnect the ground wire.
(i) Disconnect the connector.
(j) Detach the clamp.
(k) Disconnect the lever connector.
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48. REMOVE ECU INTEGRATION BOX RH
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49. DISCONNECT INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE
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50. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACE SUB-ASSEMBLY
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51. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRACE SUB-ASSEMBLY
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52. DISCONNECT DRAIN COOLER HOSE
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53. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL REINFORCEMENT ASSEMBLY WITH AIR CONDITIONING UNIT ASSEMBLY
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54. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY
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55. DISCONNECT INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE
(a) Disconnect the connector.
(b) Detach the clamp.
56. REMOVE ID CODE BOX (IMMOBILIZER CODE ECU) (w/ ID Code Box)
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57. REMOVE TRANSPONDER KEY ECU (IMMOBILIZER CODE ECU) (w/ Transponder ECU)
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58. REMOVE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT ASSEMBLY
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59. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY (for TMC Made)
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60. REMOVE NO. 3 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY (for TMMC Made)
HINT:
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Perform this procedure only when replacement of the No. 3 air duct sub-assembly is necessary.
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Use the same procedure described as for the No. 1 air duct sub-assembly (for TMC Made).
61. REMOVE COOLER UNIT DRAIN HOSE GROMMET
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