Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

Condenser Replacement

Tools Required
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

Removal Procedure
1. Remove the upper radiator baffle.
2. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
3. Remove the compressor discharge hose nut (1) from the condenser (4).




4. Remove the compressor discharge hose (2) from the condenser (4).
5. Remove the evaporator tube nut (5) from the condenser (3).
6. Remove the evaporator tube (4) from the condenser (3).
7. Remove the radiator.
8. Remove the retaining screws from the condenser.




9. Remove the condenser from the radiator.

Installation Procedure

IMPORTANT: If replacing the condenser, add the refrigerant oil to the condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities for the capacity information.

1. Install the condenser to the radiator.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the retaining screws to the condenser.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 5 Nm (44 lb in).

3. Install the radiator.
4. Connect the evaporator tube (4) to the condenser(3).




5. Install the retaining nut to the evaporator tube (4) at the condenser (3).

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 28 Nm (21 lb ft).

6. Connect the compressor discharge hose (2) to the condenser (4).
7. Install the retaining nut (1) to the compressor discharge hose (2) at the condenser (4).

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 28 Nm (21 lb ft).

8. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
9. Install the upper radiator baffle.




10. Leak test the fittings of the components using the J 39400-A.