A/C Condenser Replacement

Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling charging station (see REFRIGERANT RECOVERY ).
Remove the front bulkhead cover (see FRONT BULKHEAD COVER REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the front grille (see FRONT GRILLE REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the bolt, then disconnect the receiver line B (A) from the A/C condenser.

Fig 1: A/C Condenser And Receiver Line With Torque Specifications
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Remove the bolts, then disconnect the discharge hose (A) from the A/C condenser.

Fig 2: Discharge Hose, A/C Condenser And Bolts With Torque Specifications
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Remove the bolts, the radiator upper mount brackets (A), and the hood opener bracket (B).

Fig 3: Radiator Upper Mount Brackets And Hood Opener Bracket With Torque Specifications
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Remove the clip (A), the bolts, and the A/C condenser upper mount brackets (B).

Fig 4: A/C Condenser Upper Mount Brackets, Clip And Bolts With Torque Specifications
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Remove the A/C condenser (A) by lifting it up. Be careful not to damage the radiator or the A/C condenser fins when removing the A/C condenser.

Fig 5: Removing A/C Condenser
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Install the A/C condenser in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If you're installing a new A/C condenser, add refrigerant oil (DENSO ND-OIL 8) (see A/C SERVICE TIPS AND PRECAUTIONS ).
- Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before installing them. Be sure to use the correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
- Immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption.
- Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if the refrigerant oil contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.
- Charge the system (see SYSTEM CHARGING ).