Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

CONDENSER CORE

NOTE:
- Installation of a new receiver drier is not required when repairing the air conditioning system except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the receiver drier.
- New O-ring seals, lubricated in clean PAG oil, must be installed before reconnecting any A/C fitting that has been disconnected.

REMOVAL
1. Position the vehicle on a hoist with the gear selector in NEUTRAL.
2. Recover the refrigerant.
3. Remove the center underbody deflector shield.







4. Remove the components in the order indicated in the illustration and table.


INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
2. Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil.
3. Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system.