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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: 600 ± 50 g (21.16 ± 1.76 oz.)

2. REMOVE THESE PARTS:
a. Radiator grille
b. Horns
c. Hood lock set bolts
d. Center brace




3. REMOVE 2 LIQUID TUBES
a. Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the liquid tubes from receiver.

Torque: 6.0 N.m (60 kgf.cm, 52 in.lbf)

NOTE: Cap the open 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 the tubes.

b. Loosen the 2 nuts and remove the 2 liquid tubes.

Torque: 14 N.m (140 kgf.cm, 10 ft.lbf)

NOTE: Cap the open 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 the tubes.

4. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE FROM CONDENSER
a. Remove the piping clamp set bolt.
b. Remove the bolt and disconnect the hose.

Torque: 10 N.m (100 kgf.cm, 7 ft.lbf)

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

HINT: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item. Lubricate a new O-rings with compressor oil and install the tubes.




5. REMOVE CONDENSER
a. Remove the liquid tube clamping bolt.
b. Remove the 2 condenser mounting bolts and pull out the condenser.

HINT: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.
If condenser is replaced, add compressor oil to the condenser.

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.