Removal Procedure
- Recover the refrigerant from the system. Refer to
Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging
.
- Remove the upper fan shroud. Refer to
Fan Shroud Replacement
in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the radiator. Refer to
Radiator Replacement
in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the compressor and condenser hose assembly from the condenser.
Refer to
Compressor Hose Assembly Replacement
.
- Remove the evaporator tube from the condenser. Refer to
Evaporator Tube Replacement
.
- Remove the insulator retainer
bolts and the upper insulator retainers.
- Remove the condenser.
Installation Procedure
- Install 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.
- Install the upper
insulator retainers and the insulator retainer bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 2.4 N·m (21 lb in).
- Install the evaporator tube to the condenser.
- Install the compressor and condenser hose assembly to the condenser.
Refer to
Compressor Hose Assembly Replacement
.
- Install the radiator. Refer to
Radiator Replacement
in Engine Cooling.
- Install the upper fan shroud. Refer to
Fan Shroud Replacement
in Engine Cooling.
- Add refrigerant to the system.
- Inspect the system for leaks.