Removal and Replacement
CONDENSER
Removal and Installation for Condenser
REMOVAL
1. Discharge the refrigerant. Refer to HFC-134A (R-134A) Service Procedure.
2. Remove the front fascia (coupe only). Refer to Coupe.
3. Remove the front grille (sedan only). Refer to Sedan.
4. Remove the junction pipe. Refer to Removal And Installation For Junction Pipe.
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of contaminants.
5. Disconnect the refrigerant pressure sensor connector.
6. Depress the top RH clip (A) and the top LH clip (B) to release the top condenser brackets as shown.
7. Slide the condenser up to release the condenser from the clips as shown.
8. Remove the condenser.
CAUTION:
Do not damage the condenser fins
9. Remove the refrigerant pressure sensor.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal. Refer to Component.
CAUTION:
- Do not damage the condenser fins.
- Replace the O-rings of the junction pipe and refrigerant pressure sensor with new ones, then apply
A/C oil to them after installing them.
- When charging refrigerant, check for leaks. Refer to Checking Of Refrigerant Leaks.