Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

A/C CONDENSER ASSEMBLY

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative (-) cable at battery.
2. Recover refrigerant by using recovery and recycling equipment. Be sure to follow the instruction manual for the equipment.
The amount of compressor oil removed must be measured and the same amount added to the system.




3. Remove front bumper assembly and lower stay (1)




4. Disconnect compressor delivery hose (1) from condenser inlet fittings.

CAUTION: As soon as above hose and pipe are disconnected, cap opened fittings so that moisture and dust do not enter condenser.




5. Disconnect coupler from dual pressure switch (1).
6. Disconnect condenser outlet pipe (3).
7. Disconnect condenser cooling fan motor coupler (2).




8. Remove condenser (1) with fan.

NOTE: Be careful not to damage fins of condenser and radiator.

9. Remove A/C condenser cooling fan assembly from condenser.

INSTALLATION
Reverse removal sequence to install condenser, noting following point.
1. When replacing condenser, add 20 to 30 cc of refrigerating oil from compressor suction-side.
2. Evacuate and charge system according to previously described procedure.