Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

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



2. Remove the bolt holding the compressor hose bracket to the fan shroud.
3. Remove the compressor hose assembly nut from the condenser.
4. Disconnect the compressor hose assembly from the condenser.
5. Remove and discard the seal washer.
6. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .



7. Remove the evaporator hose assembly bolt from the condenser.
8. Disconnect the evaporator hose assembly from the condenser.
9. Remove and discard the seal washer.
10. Lower the vehicle.



11. Remove the radiator assembly. Refer to Radiator Replacement in Engine Cooling.
12. Remove the condenser bolts  (2) from the radiator (1).
13. Remove the condenser (2) from the radiator (1).

1. If replacing add PAG oil to the condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities .
2. Install the condenser (2) to the radiator (1).

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 condenser bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

4. Install the radiator assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Radiator Replacement in Engine Cooling.
5. Install a new seal washer. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
6. Connect the compressor hose assembly to the condenser.
7. Install the compressor hose assembly nut to the condenser.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

8. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
9. Install a new seal washer. Refer to Sealing Washer Replacement .
10. Install the evaporator hose assembly to the condenser.
11. Install the evaporator hose assembly bolt to the condenser.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

12. Lower the vehicle.
13. Recharge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
14. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A .