Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

Removal

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system as described in this group.
3. Remove the upper radiator support crossmember.





4. Remove the fan shroud and remove the electric fan from the radiator.
5. Remove the mechanical fan and drive from the water pump.
6. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
7. Remove the grille panel.
8. Remove the brackets holding the condenser to the radiator.
9. Carefully lift the radiator and move it toward the engine.
10. Remove the refrigerant line brackets from the condenser, and disconnect the refrigerant lines. Install plugs in, or tape over, all of the open refrigerant fittings.
11. Remove the condenser.


Installation

Add 30 ml (1 fluid oz.) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system, if the condenser is replaced.

1. Install the condenser to the radiator, and install the unit in the vehicle.
2. Unplug the refrigerant fittings. Connect the refrigerant lines to the condenser.
3. Install the mechanical fan and drive on the water pump.
4. Install the upper radiator support crossmember.
5. Connect the fan shroud and electric fan to the radiator.
6. Connect the automatic transmission cooler lines, if equipped.
7. Connect the battery negative cable.
8. Fill the engine cooling system.
9. Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system as described in this group.