Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

CONDENSER


Removal and Installation for Condenser


REMOVAL
1. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigeration System.
2. Remove the radiator. Refer to Removal and Installation.

CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the core surface of the condenser and the radiator.
3. Disconnect the high-pressure flexible hose and the high-pressure pipe from the condenser.

CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.





4. Disconnect the refrigerant pressure sensor connector.
- Remove the refrigerant pressure sensor from the condenser as necessary.
5. Lift the condenser out of the mounting grommets to remove the condenser.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal. Refer to Component.

CAUTION:
- Replace the O-rings of the high-pressure pipe, refrigerant pressure sensor, and high-pressure flexible hose with new ones, then apply compressor oil to them when installing them.
- After charging refrigerant, check for leaks.
- Replace the grommets as necessary.