Inspection |
1. |
Check the condenser fins for clogging and damage. If they are
clogged, clean them with water, and blow them with compressed air. If
they are bent, gently bend them using a screwdriver or pliers. |
2. |
Check the condenser connections for leakage, and repair or replace it, if required.
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Replacement |
1. |
Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station. |
2. |
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. |
3. |
Remove the engine room cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine room cover") |
4. |
Remove the front strut bar (A). |
5. |
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air cleaner") |
6. |
Disconnect the radiator upper hose.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Radiator") |
7. |
Remove the upper mounting bracket.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Radiator") |
8. |
Remove the nuts (A), and then disconnect the discharge line (B) and liquid line (C) from the condenser.
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9. |
Remove the bolts (A), and then disconnect the condenser.
[LH]
[RH] |
10. |
Pull the condenser (A) rearward and then pull it upward to remove it. |
11. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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