Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

Condenser Removal

Note: Installation is in the reverse of removal

1. Discharge refrigerant from system

Installation Note: Evacuate air from A/C system. Charge system with refrigerant specified amount: 700 + or - 50g (29.69 + or - 1.76oz.)

2. Remove air cleaner hose and radiator upper mountings.
3. Disconnect the liquid line from the condenser and remove receiver with receiver holder.

Torque: 10Nm (100kgf-cm, 7ft-lbs.)

Removal Notice: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture out of the system.

Installation note: Lubricate the new o-rings with compressor oil before installation of fittings.







4. Remove the hood lock support and horns, disconnect the connector and remove the 2 bolts and condenser fan.
5. Disconnect the discharge tube from condenser

Torque: 10Nm (100kgf-cm, 7ft-lbs.)

Removal Notice: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture out of the system.

Installation note: Lubricate the new o-rings with compressor oil before installation of fittings.

6. Push the radiator toward engine and remove the 2 condenser upper mounting bolts.






7. Push the condenser toward the radiator and pull it up.

Installation Note: If condenser was replaced, add 40cc (1.4 fl.oz.) of compressor oil.

Compressor oil: ND-Oil 8 or equivalent