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Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

HINT: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.

Evacuate air from refrigeration system.
Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of refrigerant.

Specified amount: 650 ± 50g (22.92 ± 1.76 oz.)




2. REMOVE RADIATOR GRILL
3. REMOVE HORN
4. REMOVE HOOD LOCK
5. REMOVE CENTER BRACE
6. REMOVE RECEIVER AND HOLDER




7. DISCONNECT LIQUID TUBE AND DISCHARGE HOSE
Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the both tube and hose.

Torque: 10 Nm (100 kg.cm, 7 ft.lb)

NOTE: Cap open the fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.

HINT: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.

Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the tubes.




8. REMOVE CONDENSER
a. Remove the 2 bolts and 2 lower brackets
b. Remove the 4 bolts and 2 upper brackets.
c. Pull the condenser forward and pull it upward.

HINT: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.

If condenser is replaced, add compressor oil to the compressor.
Add 40 - 50 cc (1.4 - 1.7 fl.oz.)

Compressor oil: ND-OIL 8 or equivalent

INSTALLATION
Installation Is in the reverse order of removal.