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Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair






Drain the refrigerant from the A/C system, see chapter entitled "Refrigerant". Raise the front of the car and secure it using axle stands.

1 Remove spoiler and grille.
2 Unplug connections to condenser. Use holding tool. Plug all open connections.
Detach the extra electric radiator fan (if installed) from the condenser.
3 Remove the lower screws from the condenser and carefully lower it.

To remember when installation
Fill the condenser with 0.3 dl of compressor oil before installing.
Make sure that the locating stud on the upper edge goes into the lead-through.
Change O-rings on hoses and lubricate them using synthetic vaseline before installing.
Fill the system with refrigerant. See "Refrigerant".