Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

TOOLS REQUIRED
^ J 39500 Air Conditioning Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling and Recharging System.
^ J 38042 Dual O-ring Joint Tool




1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove the upper radiator panel.




3. Remove the condenser inlet pipe.




4. Remove the condenser outlet pipe.




5. For Buick only, disconnect the coolant overflow tube from the radiator.
6. Remove the screws connecting the condenser to the radiator.
7. Remove the condenser.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Electronic Halogen Leak Detector




1. Install the condenser foam side and the top seals.
2. Install the condenser into the lower radiator slots.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the condenser mounting bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the condenser connections to 6 N.m (53 lb in).




4. For Buick only, connect the coolant overflow tube to the radiator.




5. Install the condenser outlet pipe.

Tighten
Tighten the condenser connection to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).




6. Install the condenser inlet pipe.

Tighten
Tighten the condenser connection to 24 N.m (18 lb ft).




7. Install the upper radiator panel and the bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

8. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
9. Using the J 39400-A, leak test the A/C system. Refer to Leak Testing.