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Condenser HVAC: Testing and Inspection

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. INSPECT COOLER CONDENSER ASSEMBLY
a. If the fins of the cooler condenser assembly are dirty, clean them with water and dry them with compressor air.

NOTE: Do not damage the fins of the cooler condenser assembly.

b. If the fins of the cooler condenser assembly are bent, make them straight using a screwdriver or pliers.

2. INSPECT CONDENSER FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGERANT
a. Using a halogen leak detector, check the pipe joints for gas leakage.
b. If gas leakage is detected in a joint, check the torque of the joint.