Toyota Corolla (E120) 2002–2008 Repair Manual / Heater & air conditioner / W/receiver condenser assy / On–vehicle inspection
Toyota Corolla (E120): On–vehicle inspection
1. Inspect w/receiver condenser assy
- if a fin of the w/receiver condenser assy is dirty, clean it with water and dry it with compressor air.
Notice
: do not damage the fin of the w/receiver condenser assy.
- if a fin of the w/receiver condenser assy is bent, make it straight using a screwdriver or pliers.
2. Inspect w/receiver condenser assy for leakage of refrigerant
- using a halogen leak detector, check pipe joints for gas leakage.
- if gas leakage is detected in a joint, check the torque of the joint.
Other materials:
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following
symptoms, your
vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact
your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air
conditioning after use is normal.)
Flat-looking tires or uneven
tire wear
...
Inspection procedure
Hint:
hand–held tester only:
narrowing down the trouble area is possible by performing ”a/f control” active
test (heated oxygen
sensor or other trouble areas can be distinguished).
Perform active test using hand–held tester (a/f control).
Hint:
”a/f control” is the active te ...
Evap monitor (vacuum pressure monitor)
Notice:
a cold soak must be performed prior to conducting the drive pattern to complete
the internal pressure
readiness monitor.
Cold soak preconditions
The monitor will not run unless:
mil is off.
Fuel level is approximately 1/2 to 3/4.
Altitude is 7800 feet (2400 m) or less.
...