Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

CONDENSER REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove the grille.
3. Remove the hood primary latch support.
4. Remove the auxiliary cooling fan, if equipped.
5. Disconnect the refrigerant hose from the condenser. Refer to Compressor Hose Assembly Replacement.
6. Disconnect the evaporator tube from the condenser.
7. Cap or plug all the open connections.
8. Remove the bolts.
9. Remove the brackets.
10. Remove the upper insulators.
11. Remove the condenser from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the condenser.
If the condenser is being replaced, add oil.
2. Install the upper insulators.
3. Install the brackets.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 4.5 N.m (40 lb in).

5. Connect the evaporator tube to the condenser.
6. Connect the refrigerant hose to the condenser. Refer to Compressor Hose Assembly Replacement.
7. Install the auxiliary cooling fan, if equipped.
8. Install the hood primary latch support.
9. Install the grille.
10. Evacuate and recharge the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
11. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.