Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement

Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement Radiator Replacement.
2. Remove the air conditioning (A/C) condenser.
3. Remove the receiver dehydrator, if necessary. Refer to Receiver Dehydrator Replacement Service and Repair.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the receiver dehydrator, if necessary. Refer to Receiver Dehydrator Replacement Service and Repair.
2. If replacing the condenser add the specified amount of polyalkylene glycol (PAG) oil directly to the condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities [1][2]Capacity Specifications.
3. Install the A/C condenser.
4. Install the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement Radiator Replacement.
5. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Non HP2) Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Non HP2).
6. Leak test the fittings using the J 39400-A .