Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

Condenser

• Observe notes --> [ A/C Refrigerant System ] A/C Refrigerant System

Removing

CAUTION!
• Switch off all electrical consumers.

• Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.

- Evacuate refrigerant circuit using refrigerant recycling/recovery unit Kent-Moore ACR4 (or UL approved equivalent)

- Remove front bumper

- Remove lock carrier

CAUTION!
• Frostbite danger!

• High pressure refrigerant may leak out if refrigerant circuit is not discharged.

• Always evacuate refrigerant prior to opening refrigerant circuit.

- Disconnect refrigerant lines from condenser and seal.





1 Protective mesh

• Where applicable.

• Position on the 2nd rib from below.

2 Clip

• Qty. 8

3 Condenser

• Secured to radiator.

4 Sealing strip

• Adhere upper sealing strips from above onto 6th lamella row of condenser before installing.

• Adhere lower sealing strips from below onto 1st lamella row of condenser before installing.

• Adhere side sealing strips from below onto condenser collector from the 1st lamella row before installing.

5 Spacer

• Only on models with gasoline engine.

6 Bolt

• 5 Nm

7 Radiator

8 Screws

• 4x

• 5 Nm

9 Fluid reservoir with dryer cartridge

• Removing and installing --> [ Fluid Reservoir with Dryer Cartridge ] Service and Repair