Condenser Pipe Assembly

CONDENSER

CONDENSER PIPE ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation


REMOVAL

1.Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFC-134a) to discharge the refrigerant.
2.Remove bumper fascia assembly. "Exploded View" Exploded View.
3.Remove air cleaner case LH and air duct LH. Refer to "Exploded View" Exploded View.
4.Disconnect one-touch joint between high-pressure flexible hose and condenser pipe assembly with disconnector (SST: J-45815).

CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the A/C piping with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
5.Disconnect one-touch joints between high-pressure pipe 1 and condenser pipe assembly with disconnector (SST: J-45815).

CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the A/C piping with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
6.Remove mounting bolts from condenser pipe assembly.
7.Remove mounting bolt from condenser pipe assembly.
8.Remove condenser pipe assembly.

INSTALLATION

Note the following items, and then install in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
- Replace O-rings with new ones. Then apply compressor oil to them when installing.
- Female-side piping connection is thin and easy to deform. Slowly insert the male-side piping straight in axial direction.
- Insert piping securely until a click is heard.
- After piping connection is completed, pull male-side piping by hand to check that connection does not come loose.
- Check for leakages when recharging refrigerant.