Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
REMOVAL1. Recover refrigerant from air conditioning system.
2. Remove front grill and hood lock brace.
3. Disconnect discharge flexible hose from condenser inlet fitting.
4. Disconnect liquid line tube from condenser outlet fitting.
NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture out of the system.
5. Remove the four bolts and the condenser.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the four bolts making sure the rubber cushions fit on the mounting flanges correctly.
2. Connect liquid line tube and discharge flexible hose to condenser.
Torque:
Liquid line tube 12 - 14 Nm (9 - 10 ft-lb)
Discharge flexible hose 20 - 24 Nm (15 - 18 ft-lb)
3. Install front grille and hood lock brace.
4. If condenser is replaced, add compressor oil to compressor.
Add 40 - 50 cc (1.4 - 1.7 oz)
5. Evacuate, charge and test air conditioning system.
Refill Capacity: 650 - 750 g (23 - 26.5 oz)