Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. Using a refrigerant recovery machine, remove the refrigerant from the A/C system.

A/C Condenser Refrigerant Lines:

2. Remove the refrigerant line mounting nut and separate the refrigerant lines from condenser sealing plate.
3. Cover the open ends of the A/C lines and condenser to minimize system contamination.
4. Remove the coolant overflow bottle, electric cooling fans and radiator assembly Also remove the turbocharger inter-cooler if equipped.

NOTE: On some models, complete removal of the radiator, or coolant drainage is not necessary. The radiator may he moved slightly rearward to remove the condenser.

5. Remove the two bolts securing the condenser assembly to the radiator.
6. Slip the condenser from the lower radiator mounting brackets.
7. Remove condenser.

To install, replace all O-rings and gaskets and coat sealing surfaces with approved refrigerant oil. Then reverse the preceding operation. Tighten the refrigerant line mounting nut to 23 Nm (200 in. lbs.)
Evacuate and recharge system