Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

Removal and Installation

- Disconnect battery earth lead.
- As required, depressurize the system.

WARNING: Do not vent refrigerant directly to atmosphere and always use Jaguar approved recovery/recycle/recharge equipment. Wear suitable eye and skin protection. Do not mix HFC 134a with CFC 12. Observe all applicable safety requirements.

- Remove radiator crossmember and mounting rubbers.





- Release the Discharge hose sleeve nut (quick fit connector) at the condenser and displace the hose. The sleeve nut must be fully disengaged before the hose may be withdrawn.
^ Torque: 10-14 Nm (7.3-10.3 ft lb)

CAUTION: Do not leave any part of the system, or component, open to atmosphere for longer than is absolutely necessary.

- Fit blanking plugs to the hose and condenser. Position the radiator rearward for access.





- Release the liquid line tube nut at the receiver/dryer and displace the hose.
^ Torque: 12.5-17.5 Nm (9.2-12.9 ft lb)
Fit blanking plugs to the liquid line and the receiver/dryer.
- Carefully place the condenser assembly on the workbench.
- Release the receiver/dryer tube nut at the condenser (2).
^ Torque: 12.5-17.5 Nm (9.2-12.9 ft lb)
- Remove the receiver/dryer to condenser fixings and place aside receiver/dryer (3).
^ Torque: 1.5-2.5 Nm (1.1-2.5 ft lb)
- Fit blanking plugs to the receiver/dryer and condenser.

NOTE: Installation is the reverse of this procedure. ALL "O"rings must be replaced. "O" rings must be lightly lubricated prior to assembly with Suniso 5GS or similar oil. Seat all fixings before finally tightening to torque.