Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
CONDENSER REPLACEMENTTOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Electronic Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove the compressor hose assembly nut from the condenser.
3. Remove the compressor hose assembly from the condenser.
4. Remove and discard the seal washer.
5. Remove the evaporator hose assembly bolt from the condenser.
6. Remove the evaporator hose assembly from the condenser.
7. Remove and discard the seal washer.
8. Remove the radiator assembly.
9. Remove the condenser bolts (2) from the radiator (1).
10. Remove the condenser (2) from the radiator (1).
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
NOTE: Do not mix refrigerant oils. Use of incorrect refrigerant oil will cause compressor failure.
The CVC compressor uses a low viscosity refrigerant oil, GM P/N 12378526 (Canadian 88900060).
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Install the condenser (2) to the radiator (1).
Tighten
Tighten the condenser bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
2. Install the radiator assembly to the vehicle.
3. Install a new seal washer.
4. Install the compressor hose assembly to the condenser.
5. Install the compressor hose assembly nut to the condenser.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
6. Install a new seal washer.
7. Install the evaporator hose assembly to the condenser.
8. Install the evaporator hose assembly bolt to the condenser.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
9. Recharge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
10. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.