Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
CONDENSER REMOVAL1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
INSTALLATION HINT: Evacuate air from refrigeration system.
Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of refrigerant.
Specified amount:
700 ± 50 g (29.69 ± 1.78 oz.)
2. REMOVE THESE PARTS:
a. Air cleaner hose
b. Radiator upper mountings
c. Hood lock support
d. Hones
3. REMOVE RECEIVER WITH RECEIVER HOLDER
a. Disconnect the liquid tube from condenser.
Torque: 10 N.m (100 kgf.cm. 7 ft.lbf)
REMOVAL NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
INSTALLATION HINT: Lubricate 3 new O-rings with compressor oil and install the tubes.
b. Remove the bolt and receiver with receiver holder.
4. REMOVE CONDENSER FAN
a. Disconnect the connector.
b. Remove the 2 bolts and fan.
5. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE
Remove the bolt and hose.
Torque: 10 N.m (100 kgf.cm. 7 ft.lbf)
REMOVAL NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.
INSTALLATION HINT: Lubricate a new O-rings with compressor oil and install the tube.
6. REMOVE CONDENSER
a. Remove the 2 condenser upper mounting bolts.
b. Push the radiator toward engine.
c. Push the condenser toward radiator and pull it upward.
INSTALLATION HINT: If condenser was replaced, add compressor oil to compressor.
Add 40 cc (1.4 fl.oz.)
Compressor oil:
ND-OIL 8 or equivalent
CONDENSER INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.