Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
CONDENSER REPLACEMENTTOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. Remove the hood latch support bracket.
3. Remove the right headlamp assembly (L67 engine only).
4. Remove the upper radiator seal.
5. Remove the A/C compressor hose assembly bolt from the condenser.
6. Disconnect the compressor hose from the condenser.
7. Disconnect the evaporator tube from the condenser.
8. Remove the condenser hose bracket bolt from the radiator.
9. Remove the condenser to radiator mounting bolts.
NOTE: The bolt retaining the condenser to the radiator end tank is a special length and should be the ONLY bolt used upon reinstallation. The use of a longer bolt will damage the radiator end tank.
10. Remove the condenser from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Add the proper amount of refrigerant oil to the new condenser.
2. Install the condenser.
3. Install the condenser mounting bolts.
NOTE:
- Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
- The bolt retaining the condenser to the radiator end tank is a special length and should be the ONLY bolt used upon reinstallation. The use of a longer bolt will damage the radiator end tank.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
4. Install the condenser hose bracket and bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 2.5 N.m (23 lb in).
5. Install the evaporator tube to condenser.
6. Install the compressor hose to condenser bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).
7. Install the upper radiator seal.
8. Install the right headlamp assembly (L67 engine only).
9. Install the hood latch bracket assembly.
10. Recharge the A/C system.
11. Leak test the component fittings using the J 39400-A.