Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

CONDENSER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Discharge the refrigerant from the system.
3. Drain the engine coolant.
4. Remove the under cover.







5. Do not allow remaining compressor oil in the condenser and pipes to spill, and remove in the order indicated in the table.

CAUTION: If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability will be lowered and abnormal noise or other malfunction could occur. Always plug open fittings immediately after removing any refrigeration cycle parts.

6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
7. Perform the refrigerant system performance test.

Condenser Installation Note
1. When replacing the new condenser, add compressor oil to the refrigeration cycle.

Supplemental amount (approx. quantity)
20 ml {20 cc, 0.7 fl oz}