Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
REMOVAL1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
HINT:
At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.
Evacuate air from refrigeration system.
Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of refrigerant.
Specified amount: 800 ± 50 g (28.22 ± 1.76 oz.)
2. REMOVE UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORTS
3. REMOVE RECEIVER AND HOLDER
4. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE
Loosen the nut and disconnect the discharge hose.
Torque: 10 N.m (100 kgf.cm, 7 ft.lbf)
NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
HINT:
At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.
Lubricate a new O-ring with compressor oil and install the tube.
5. REMOVE LIQUID TUBE
Loosen the nut and remove the liquid tube.
Torque: 14 N.m (140 kgf.cm, 10 ft.lbf)
NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
HINT:
At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.
Lubricate a new O-ring with compressor oil and install the tube.
6. REMOVE CONDENSER
a. Remove the 2 nuts from condenser upper mountings.
b. Push the radiator toward the engine.
c. Push the condenser toward the radiator and pull it upward.
HINT:
At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.
If condenser is replaced, add compressor oil to the compressor.
Add 40-50 cc (1.4-1.7 fl.oz.)
Compressor oil: ND-OIL 8 or equivalent
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.