Condenser HVAC: Testing and Inspection

AIR CONDITIONING: CONDENSER: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. INSPECT COOLER CONDENSER ASSEMBLY
(a) If the cooler condenser assembly fins are dirty, clean them with water and dry with compressed air.
NOTE: Do not damage the cooler condenser assembly fins.

(b) If any cooler condenser assembly fins are bent, straighten them using a screwdriver or pliers.
2. INSPECT CONDENSER FOR LEAKAGE OF REFRIGERANT
(a) Using a gas leak detector, check pipe joints for gas leakage.
(b) If gas leakage is detected in a joint, check the torque of the joint.