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Condenser Assembly

  1. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station.
  2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  3. Remove the front bumper. (Refer to FRONT BUMPER )
  4. Disconnect the refrigerant line(A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Refrigerant Line
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  5. Remove the mount bumper(A).
    Fig 2: Identifying Mount Bumper
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  6. Remove the condenser (A) by lifting it up. Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser fins when removing the condenser.
    Fig 3: Removing Condenser
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  7. Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    1. If you're installing a new condenser, add refrigerant oil PAG OIL.
    2. 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 right O-rings for R-134a to avoid leakage.
    3. Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser fins when installing the condenser.
    4. Be sure to install the lower mount cushions of condenser securely into the holes.
    5. Charge the system, and test its performance.
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