Condenser HVAC: Testing and Inspection

AIR CONDITIONING: CONDENSER: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. CHECK COOLER CONDENSER ASSEMBLY
(a) Check the cooler condenser for dirt.
If a fin of the cooler condenser is dirty, clean it with water and dry it with compressor air.
NOTE:
Do not damage the fin of the cooler condenser.
If a fin of the cooler condenser is bent, straight it using a screwdriver or pliers.
2. CHECK CONDENSER FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGERANT
(a) Check pipe joints for gas leakage
If gas leakage is detected in a joint, check the torque of the joint.