OEM 2005 Toyota Sienna A/C Condenser

2005 Toyota Sienna Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace an A/C Condenser on 2005 Toyota Sienna?

  A: The first step to change the cooler condenser core requires you to discharge the refrigerant from the refrigeration system through Special Service Tool: 07110-58060 (07117-58080, 07117-58090, 07117-78050, 07117-88060, 07117-88070, 07117-88080). Begin by removing both left and right front fender liners after which you should remove the front bumper cover. Seal the discharge hose sub-assembly ends using vinyl tape after removing its bolt and O-ring to protect against moisture intrusion. Continue by disconnecting cooler refrigerant liquid pipe A in the same order. The technician should start by removing the hood lock assembly together with air cleaner inlets No.2 and No.1 and the hood lock release lever protector. Disassemble both right and left components of the upper radiator support sub-assembly before removal. Before removing the cooler condenser core with two bolts users must detach its connector and loosen all clamps. A 14 mm hexagon wrench should be used to uninstall both the cap and O-ring from the cooler dryer before removing it with needle nose pliers. Secure the new dryer with a cap that has received 2.9 Nm (30 kgf.cm, 25 in.lbf) torque after applying compressor oil (ND-OIL 8 or equivalent) on the fitting surfaces to both the dryer and O-ring. Two bolts secure the cooler condenser core at 3.9 Nm (40 kgf.cm, 35 in.lbf) torque values before attaching both upper radiator support sub-assemblies using their specified torque values. To install pipe A of the refrigerant liquid cooler, apply dynamic oil to the new O-ring before tightening it at 5.4 Nm (55 kgf.cm, 47 in.lbf). Procedure for installing the discharge hose sub-assembly should include correct torque application. The charging process requires Special Service Tool: 07110-58060 (07117-58060, 07117-58070, 07117-58080, 07117-58090, 07117-78050, 07117-88060, 07117-88070, 07117-88080) with precisely 780 plus or minus 30 g (27.5 plus or minus 1.06 oz.) and engine warming and leak inspection.