Condenser HVAC: Description and Operation

A/C Condenser Core:

NOTE: Whenever an A/C condenser core is replaced, it is also necessary to replace the suction accumulator/drier.

The A/C condenser core has the following characteristics:
^ It is an aluminum fin and tube design heat exchanger located in front of the vehicle radiator.
^ It cools compressed refrigerant gas by allowing air to pass over fins and tubes to extract heat, and condenses gas to liquid refrigerant as it is cooled.
^ The A/C condenser core inlet and outlet connections are the male fittings of a spring lock coupling.
^ A special service tool is required to disconnect the refrigerant lines from the A/C condenser core.