Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

CONDENSER CORE

Removal and Installation

NOTE: Installation of a new suction accumulator is not necessary when repairing the air conditioning system except when there is physical evidence of system contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the suction accumulator.

NOTE: If an A/C condenser core leak is suspected, the A/C condenser core must be leak tested before it is removed from the vehicle. Refer to A/C EVAPORATOR/CONDENSER ON-VEHICLE LEAK TEST.

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to DISCHARGING AND RECOVERY.
2. Remove the front bumper cover. Refer to FRONT BUMPER COVER.

CAUTION: Plug all ports to prevent contamination from dirt or moisture.




3. Remove the nuts from the two condenser core A/C line fittings.




4. Remove the screws and the A/C condenser core brackets.

NOTE: When removing the A/C condenser core, disconnect the two A/C line fittings from the A/C condenser core.

5. Remove the A/C condenser core.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Lubricate the new A/C condenser core with the correct amount of PAG Compressor Oil. Refer to REFRIGERANT OIL ADDING.
- Lubricate the O-ring seals with PAG Compressor Oil.