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On-Vehicle Inspection





AIR CONDITIONING: COMPRESSOR (for 2ZR-FE): ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. INSPECT COMPRESSOR FOR METALLIC SOUND

(a) Check if there is any abnormal metallic sounds from the compressor when the A/C switch is on and the compressor operates.

If any abnormal metallic sound is heard, replace the compressor.

2. INSPECT REFRIGERANT PRESSURE

HINT
Refrigerant

3. INSPECT FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGERANT

(a) Using a gas leak detector, check for leakage of refrigerant.

If there is any leakage, replace the compressor.

4. INSPECT COMPRESSOR

(a) Check operation of compressor.

(1) Start the engine.

(2) Inspect the compressor.





OK:

The compressor shaft rotates along with the pulley.

(3) If the result is not as specified, replace the compressor.