Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

Condenser:

REMOVAL

1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

HINT: At the time of installation, evacuate air from the refrigeration system and charge system with the refrigerant and inspect for leaks of the refrigerant.

Specified amount: 1,050 ± 50 g (37.04 ± 1.76 oz.)

2. REMOVE A/T OIL COOLER
3. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER
4. REMOVE DISCHARGE TUBE




a. Remove the bolt and disconnect the discharge tube from the condenser.

Torque: 10 N.m (100 kgf.cm, 7 ft.lbf)

b. Loosen the nut and remove the discharge tube.

Torque: 22 N.m (225 kgf.cm, 16 ft.lbf)

NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.

HINT: At the time of installation, lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them on the discharge tube.

5. DISCONNECT LIQUID TUBE




Remove the bolt and disconnect the liquid tube.

Torque: 10 N.m (100 kgf.cm, 7 ft.lbf)

NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.

HINT: At the time of installation, lubricate a new O-ring with compressor oil and install them on the liquid tube.

6. REMOVE CONDENSER




a. Remove the 4 bolts and the 2 upper bracket.




b. Lift up the condenser, then remove the 4 bolts and the 2 lower bracket.




c. Remove the 2 bolts and the 2 center bracket.
d. Remove the condenser.

HINT:
At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.
If condenser is replaced, add compressor oil to condenser.

Add: 40 - 50 cc (1.4 - 1.7 fl.oz.)
Compressor oil: ND-OIL 8 or equivalent

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.