Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

A/C Condenser Replacement

1. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station A/C Refrigerant Recovery.

2. Remove the upper grille cover Upper Grille Cover Replacement.

3. Do the battery removal procedure Removal and Replacement.

4. Remove the clip (A) and the harness (B), then remove the air intake ducts (C).






5. Remove the bolt, then disconnect the receiver line (A) from the A/C condenser.






6. Remove the bolt, then disconnect the discharge hose (A) from the A/C condenser.






7. Remove the bolts and the radiator upper mount brackets (A).






8. Remove the bolts and the A/C condenser upper mount brackets (A).






9. Remove the A/C condenser (A) by lifting it up. Be careful not to damage the radiator and the A/C condenser fins when removing the A/C condenser.






10. Install the A/C condenser in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- If you're installing a new A/C condenser, add refrigerant oil (DENSO ND-OIL 8) Service and Repair.
- Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before installing them. Be sure to use the correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
- Immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption.
- Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if the refrigerant oil contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.
- Be careful not to damage the radiator and the A/C condenser fins when installing the A/C condenser.
- Charge the system A/C System Charging.

11. Do the battery installation procedure.