Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
Removal1. Drain the radiator.
2. Disconnect the fan shroud and the radiator hoses.
3. Disconnect the transmission cooler lines (if equipped with automatic transmission).
4. Evacuate the A/C system and disconnect the A/ C hoses from the condenser.
5. Unplug the harness from the low pressure switch.
6. Remove the radiator and condenser as an assembly.
7. Remove the retaining bolts and separate the condenser from the radiator.
8. Remove the receiver/drier from the condenser. Keep receiver/drier openings plugged at all times to prevent moisture from entering the receiver/drier.
9. To install the receiver/drier and condenser, reverse the removal procedures.
10. Add 1 ounce of refrigerant oil to the system when replacing the condenser.
11. Fill the cooling system.
12. Charge the A/C system.