Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

Fitting And Hose Installation:

Evaporator Tube Replacement:

Condenser Mounting:

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT


1. Discharge and recover refrigerant from the system.

2. Upper fan shroud.

3. Radiator.

4. Refrigerant hose (3) from condenser (4).

5. Evaporator tube (5) from condenser (4).

6. Bolts (18) and retainers (17).

7. Upper insulators (16).

8. Condenser (4).


INSTALL OR CONNECT


1. Condenser (4). Refer to A/C System Oil Charge Replenishing / "Refrigerant Oil Distribution" if replacing condenser. Service and Repair

2. Upper insulators (16).


NOTICE: Refer to "Fasteners" under "Vehicle Damage Warnings."

3. Retainers (17) and bolts (18).

- Tighten bolts (18) to 1.4 Nm (12 in. lb.).

4. Evaporator tube (5) to condenser (4).

5. Refrigerant hose (3) to condenser (4).


Tighten

- Refrigerant hose (3) to 24 Nm (18 ft. lb.).

- Evaporator tube (5) to 17 Nm (13 ft. lb.).

6. Radiator.

7. Upper fan shroud.

8. Refrigerant to the system.

- Check the system for leaks.