Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

Condenser Replacement (2.2L (L61), 2.4L (LE5))

Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

Removal Procedure

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.




3. Remove the compressor hose from the condenser.




4. Remove the condenser tube from the condenser.




5. Remove the condenser bolts.




6. Slide the condenser down to disengage the upper mounting tabs from the radiator.




7. Remove the right and left radiator side baffles.

Installation Procedure

1. If replacing the condenser add the specified amount of polyalkylene glycol (PAG) oil directly to the condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities.




2. Install the right and left radiator side baffles.




3. Slide the condenser up to engage the upper mounting tabs into the radiator.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.




4. Install the condenser bolts.

Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (88 lb in).




5. Install the compressor hose and new seal washer to the condenser.

Tighten the bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).




6. Install the condenser tube and new seal washer to the condenser.

Tighten the bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
9. Leak test the fittings using the J 39400-A.