OEM 2009 Toyota Camry A/C Accumulator

2009 Toyota Camry Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How do you install the A/C Accumulator and related components on 2009 Toyota Camry?

  A: For installation of the cooler dryer utilize pliers to connect it to the modulator followed by applying adequate ND-OIL 8 or equivalent compressor oil to both O-ring and cap fitting surfaces. After applying 2.9 Nm (30 kgf-cm, 26 in-lbf) with a 14mm straight hexagon wrench to the cap of the cooler condenser core it can be installed onto the condenser core. The next step involves assembling the cooler condenser unit by fastening four bolts while setting the torque to 5.0 Nm (51 kgf-cm, 44 in-lbf). During new condenser installation, you must add 40 cc (1.4 fl. oz.) of ND-8 or equivalent compressor oil to the condenser. The assembly of the cooler refrigerant discharge pipe starts by removing vinyl tape and applying equivalent compressor oil to install a new O-ring and fitting elements then torque to 9.8 Nm (100 kgf-cm, 87 in-lbf). Perform a second installation procedure on the air conditioning tube assembly while adding new O-rings which need compressor oil application followed by 9.8 Nm torque measurement (100 kgf-cm, 87 in-lbf). Follow the installation procedure of the hood lock support sub-assembly by torquing it to 7.5 Nm (77 kgf-cm, 66 in-lbf). Install the radiator support upper part together with the front bumper assembly (with or without fog light) along with the air cleaner inlet assembly or sub-assembly depending on the engine type between 2GR-FE or 2AZ-FE. Complete the process by charging the system with refrigerant followed by engine warming then leak detection and preparation for fog light aiming when installed.