Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

The condenser is located between the radiator and the front bumper. The condenser can be serviced without having to drain the cooling system or remove the radiator.

WARNING:
- AVOID BREATHING A/C REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT VAPOR OR MIST. EXPOSURE MAY IRRITATE EYES, NOSE AND THROAT. USE ONLY APPROVED SERVICE EQUIPMENT MEETING SAE REQUIREMENTS TO RECOVER R-134a SYSTEM. IF ACCIDENTAL SYSTEM DISCHARGE OCCURS, VENTILATE WORK AREA BEFORE RESUMING SERVICE.

- R-134a SERVICE EQUIPMENT OR VEHICLE A/C SYSTEM SHOULD NOT BE PRESSURE TESTED OR LEAK TESTED WITH COMPRESSED AIR. SOME MIXTURES OF AIR/R-134a HAVE BEEN SHOWN TO BE COMBUSTIBLE AT ELEVATED PRESSURES. THESE MIXTURES ARE POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS AND MAY RESULT IN FIRE OR EXPLOSION CAUSING INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

REMOVAL
1. Remove refrigerant from the A/C system using a refrigerant recovery machine.
2. Disconnect and cap A/C lines at the condenser.

Grille Retainers:

3. Remove grille retainers.

Radiator Support Crossmember:

4. Remove upper radiat9r support crossmember.
5. Remove condenser lines. Use Special Tool kit 7193 for quick disconnect couplers.
6. Remove radiator fan module mounts.
7. Remove condenser line support bracket.

Condenser Mounting:

8. Remove condenser mounting bolts.

CAUTION: Avoid bending or breaking condenser inlet tube when lifting condenser from the vehicle.

Condenser Removal:

9. Lift condenser from vehicle.

INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse above procedures.

NOTE: When replacing the Condenser add 30 ml (1.00 fl oz) of compressor oil to the system.