Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

Condenser Replacement

Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

Removal Procedure

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove the front fascia.




3. For L61 vehicles, remove the battery box air duct.




4. Remove the condenser radiator fan module (CRFM) closeout panel.




5. Remove receiver dehydrator from the condenser.
6. Install a protective cap to the receiver dehydrator to prevent contamination and desiccant saturation.




7. Remove the compressor hose from the condenser.
8. Install a protective cap to the compressor hose to prevent contamination and desiccant saturation.
9. Lift the condenser while holding the upper retention tabs forward.
10. Remove the condenser from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Add the specified amount of PAG oil to the condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities.
2. Inspect the radiator to condenser seals for the proper position.
3. Install the condenser by guiding the tabs into the retention clips on the radiator. Press down to engage the retention clips.




4. Remove the protective cap from the compressor hose.
5. Install a new sealing washer to the compressor hose.
6. Install the compressor hose to the condenser.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

7. Install compressor hose nut to the condenser.

Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).




8. Install a new seal washer to the receiver dehydrator.
9. Install the receiver dehydrator to the condenser.
10. Install the receiver dehydrator nut to the condenser.

Tighten the nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).




11. Install the CRFM closeout panel.




12. For L61 vehicles, install the battery box air duct.
13. Install the front fascia.
14. Evacuate and charge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
15. Use J 39400-A to test the affected A/C joints leaks.