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Condenser HVAC: Testing and Inspection

COOLER CONDENSER ASSEMBLY

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 compressed air.

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

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

2. CHECK CONDENSER FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGERANT
a. Check the pipe joints for gas leakage using a halogen leak detector.
b. Check the tightening torque of the joints if gas leakage is detected in any of the pipe joints.