A/C Condenser - Installation

INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Be certain to adjust the refrigerant oil level when servicing the A/C refrigerant system Refrigerant Oil Level . Failure to properly adjust the refrigerant oil level will prevent the A/C system from operating as designed and can cause serious A/C compressor damage.

NOTE: When replacing multiple A/C system components, see the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system Refrigerant Oil Level .

NOTE: If only the A/C condenser is being replaced, add 30 milliliters (1 fluid ounce) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.

NOTE: Replacement of the refrigerant line seals is required anytime a refrigerant line is disconnected. Failure to replace the rubber and metal seals could result in a refrigerant system leak.

NOTE: Be certain that each of the radiator and condenser air dams are installed in their proper locations. These air dams are required for the A/C and engine cooling systems to perform as designed.





1. Position the A/C condenser (4) into the engine compartment.
2. Engage the two retaining tabs (1 and 2) that secure A/C condenser to the radiator.
3. If equipped, install the power steering fluid cooler (3) onto the A/C condenser Power Steering Cooler - Installation.






NOTE: Illustration shown with radiator removed from view for clarity.

4. Remove the tape or plugs from the automatic transmission cooler line fittings and the fluid cooler ports.
5. Connect the automatic transmission cooler lines (1) to the transmission fluid cooler (2).
6. Reposition the two radiator crossmember support bars.
7. Reposition the two plastic air dams to the front of engine compartment and install the push-pin retainers.
8. Install the hood latch assembly to the radiator crossmember Hood Latch - Installation.





9. Remove the tape or plugs from the opened refrigerant line fittings and the condenser ports.
10. Lubricate new seals with clean refrigerant oil and install them onto the refrigerant line fittings. Use only the specified seals as they are made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
11. Connect the A/C liquid line (5) and A/C discharge line (4) to the A/C condenser (1).
12. Install the nut (6) that secures the A/C discharge and liquid line to the A/C condenser. Tighten the nut to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
13. Install the bolt (2) that secures the A/C liquid line to the upper radiator support. Tighten the bolt securely.
14. Install the grille Grille - Installation.
15. Install the air cleaner housing, air intake tube and resonator, as equipped.
16. Install the engine trim cover, if equipped.
17. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
18. Evacuate the refrigerant system Refrigerant System Evacuate.
19. If the A/C condenser is being replaced, add 30 milliliters (1 fluid ounce) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. When replacing multiple A/C system components, see the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system Refrigerant Oil Level. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
20. Charge the refrigerant system Refrigerant System Charge.
21. Check the automatic transmission fluid level and refill as required.