Condenser HVAC: Testing and Inspection

AIR CONDITIONING: CONDENSER: 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.

NOTICE:
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.