A/C Condenser - Installation
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Be certain to adjust the refrigerant oil level when servicing the A/C refrigerant system Service and Repair . Failure to properly adjust the refrigerant oil level will prevent the A/C system from operating as designed and can cause serious A/C compressor damage.
CAUTION: The A/C receiver/drier must be replaced if an internal failure of the A/C compressor has occurred A/C Receiver Drier - Removal . Failure to replace the A/C receiver drier can cause serious damage to the replacement A/C compressor.
NOTE: When replacing multiple A/C system components, see the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system Service and Repair .
NOTE: If the A/C condenser is being replaced, add 60 milliliters (2 fluid ounces) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
NOTE: Replacement of the refrigerant line O-ring seals and gaskets is required anytime a refrigerant line disconnected. Failure to replace the rubber O-ring seals and metal gaskets may result in a refrigerant system leak.
NOTE: Be certain that the radiator air seals are installed in their proper locations. These air seals are required for the A/C and engine cooling systems to perform as designed.
1. If required, install the A/C receiver/drier (7) onto the right side of the A/C condenser (1) A/C Receiver Drier - Installation.
2. Position the A/C condenser to the front of the radiator (2) and install the five retaining bolts (3, 4, 5, 6 and 8). Tighten the bolts to 5 Nm (45 in. lbs.).
3. When equipped with automatic transmission, install the transmission cooler onto the front of the A/C condenser Installation.
4. Install the radiator, A/C condenser and transmission oil cooler (when equipped) as an assembly Engine Cooling Radiator - Installation.
5. Position the radiator air seals to the radiator support and install the push-pin retainers.
6. On 2.8L engine models, install the bolts that secure the Charge Air Cooler (CAC) to the front of the radiator .
7. Install the radiator fan and shroud assembly Cooling Fan - Installation.
8. When equipped with automatic transmission, connect the transmission cooler lines (3) to the transmission cooler (4) using new O-ring seals and install the retaining bolt (1) Installation.
9. Install the grille (2) Grille - Installation.
10. Remove the tape or plugs from the opened refrigerant line fittings and condenser ports.
11. Lubricate new rubber O-ring seals with clean refrigerant oil and install them and new gaskets onto the refrigerant line fittings. Use only the specified O-ring seals as they are made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
12. Connect the A/C discharge line (2) and the A/C liquid line (4) to the A/C condenser (1). Install the retaining nuts (3 and 5). Tighten the nuts to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
13. On 2.8L engine models, connect the air outlet hose to the CAC .
14. Install the coolant recovery container Coolant Recovery Bottle - Installation.
15. Install the air cleaner housing and air intake hose.
16. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
17. Refill the engine cooling system Service and Repair.
18. Install the engine cover.
19. Evacuate the refrigerant system Refrigerant System Evacuate.
20. If the A/C condenser is being replaced, add 60 milliliters (2 fluid ounces) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. When replacing multiple A/C system components, see the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be added to the refrigerant system Service and Repair. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
21. Charge the refrigerant system Service and Repair.
22. If equipped with automatic transmission, check the automatic transmission fluid level and fill as required.