Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Remove the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement in Engine Cooling.



3. Remove the liquid line nut from the condenser and position the liquid line aside.



4. Remove the A/C compressor line nut from the condenser and position the A/C compressor line aside.



5. Tilt the top of the condenser to the rear of the vehicle and lift up to remove the condenser.
6. Ensure the lower rubber mounts stay in place in the vehicle.
7. Remove the upper rubber mounts from the condenser.

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



2. Install the upper rubber mounts on to the condenser.
3. Install the lower ends of the condenser in to the lower rubber mounts.

Important: Ensure the upper rubber mounts stay in place on the condenser.

4. Tilt the top of the condenser in to place.
5. Install new O-ring seals onto the A/C compressor hose and the condenser tube. Refer to O-Ring Replacement .



6. Install the liquid line to the condenser.

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.

7. Tighten the liquid line nut to the condenser.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).




8. Install the A/C compressor hose to the condenser.
9. Install the A/C compressor hose block fitting nut to the condenser.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).

10. Install the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement in Engine Cooling.
11. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
12. Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A .