Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

1. Recover the refrigerant from the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Remove the upper filler panel. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Upper in Body Front End.
3. Remove the hood latch support. Refer to Hood Latch Support Replacement in Body Front End.
4. Remove the discharge hose nut.



5. Remove the discharge hose from the condenser.
6. Remove the suction hose nut (1).



7. Remove the suction hose (3) from the condenser.



8. Remove the condenser mounting bolts.



9. Remove the left side of the condenser from the retainer.



10. Remove the right side of the condenser from the retainer.
11. Remove the condenser from the vehicle.

Important: If replacing the condenser, add refrigerant oil to condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities for system capacity information.




1. Install the right side of the condenser into the retainer.



2. Install the left side of the condenser into the retainer.



3. Position the condenser in the vehicle.

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.

4. Install the condenser mounting bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 13 N·m (10 lb ft).

Important: Inspect the sealing washers for damage.

Any sealing washers that show any signs of damage need to be replaced.
Sealing washers do not require lubrication.



5. Install the evaporator hose (3) to the condenser.
6. Install the evaporator hose nut (1).

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).




7. Install the discharge hose to the condenser.
8. Install the discharge hose nut.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

9. Install the hood latch bracket. Refer to Hood Latch Support Replacement in Body Front End.
10. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
11. Leak test the fittings of the repaired or reinstalled component using J 39400 .
12. Install the upper filler panel. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Upper in Body Front End.