Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
CONDENSER REPLACEMENTTOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. Remove the hood latch support.
3. Remove the nut holding the compressor hose assembly to the condenser.
4. Remove the compressor hose assembly from the condenser.
5. Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
6. Remove the evaporator tube from the condenser.
7. Remove the radiator air upper seal from the radiator.
8. Remove the condenser to radiator bolts (3).
9. Lift the condenser tabs from the clips on the radiator.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Add the proper amount of refrigerant oil to the new condenser.
Install the condenser to the radiator.
Ensure the tabs on the condenser are completely seated in the clips on the radiator.
2. Install the condenser to radiator bolts (3).
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten
Tighten the condenser bolts to 4 N.m (36 lb in).
3. Install the radiator air upper seal onto the flange on the radiator.
4. Install the evaporator tube to the condenser.
5. Install a NEW O-ring seal to the condenser end of the compressor hose assembly.
6. Install the compressor hose assembly to the condenser.
7. Install the fitting nut for the compressor hose assembly to the condenser.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
8. Install the hood latch support.
9. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system.
10. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A.