Tools Required

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls.



4. Remove the bolts (1) from the upper radiator panel.
5. Remove the upper radiator panel.



6. Remove the inlet line from the condenser (5).
7. Remove the outlet line from the condenser (5).
8. Remove the nuts (1) and the bolts (3) from the mounting brackets (2).
9. Remove the upper insulators (4).
10. Remove the condenser (5) by tilting the radiator toward the engine.

1. Install the condenser (5) into position by tilting the radiator toward the engine.
2. Install the upper insulators (4).

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

3. Install the nuts (1) and the bolts (3) to the mounting brackets (2).

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 12 N·m (106 lb in).

4. Install the outline line to the condenser (5).
5. Install the inlet line to the condenser.

Tighten
Tighten the condenser connections to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).




6. Install the upper radiator panel.
7. Install the upper radiator panel bolts (1).

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 12 N·m (106 lb in).

8. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls.
9. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
10. Leak test the system. Refer to Leak Testing .