Evaporator Temperature Sensor / Switch: Service and Repair

INTAKE SENSOR

Removal and Installation

REMOVAL
1. Set the temperature control dial at 18 °C (60 °F).
2. Open the driver and front passenger window, and then disconnect the battery negative cable.

CAUTION: After the battery cables are disconnected, do not open/close the driver and/or front passenger door with the window in the full up position. The automatic window adjusting function will not work and the side roof panel may be damaged.

3. Using a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFC-134a) to discharge the refrigerant.
4. Remove low-pressure pipe and high-pressure pipe 2. Refer to "Removal and Installation of Low-pressure Pipe and High-pressure Pipe 2".

CAUTION: Seal connection opening of piping with a cap or vinyl tape to avoid exposure to atmosphere.




5. Slide the evaporator to passenger side, then remove the intake sensor.

INSTALLATION
Installation is basically the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
- Replace O-rings for A/C piping with new ones. Before installing, apply compressor oil to them.
- Connection point for female-side piping is thin. So, when inserting male-side piping, take care not to deform female-side piping. Slowly insert in axial direction.
- Insert one-touch joint connection point securely until it clicks.
- After piping has been connected, pull male-side piping by hand to make sure piping does not come off.
- When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.