Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

CONDENSER CORE







Removal and Installation

NOTE: Installation of a new suction accumulator is not required when repairing the air conditioning system except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the suction accumulator.

1. Recover the refrigerant.







2. Remove the nuts and disconnect the condenser fittings.
- Discard the O-ring seals and gasket seals (if equipped).
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).

3. Remove the cooling module.
4. Remove the 2 condenser bolts.
5. Remove the condenser core.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new O-ring seals.
- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil.

7. Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system.