Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

Removal / Installation

1. Raise the front of the vehicle at least 300mm (11.8 in) and support it on safety stands.
2. Discharge the refrigerant system.
3. Remove the splash shield and air guide.
4. Remove the condenser and receiver/drier as an assembly as shown in the figure, referring to Removal Note.
5. Install the condenser and receiver/drier in the reverse order of removal, referring to Installation Note.
6. Install the air guide and splash shield.
7. Charge the refrigerant system.

Removal note
- Immediately plug any open fittings to keep moisture out of the system.





Installation note
- Apply clean compressor oil to the O-rings before connecting the fittings.
- Do not apply compressor oil to the fitting nuts.
- If the condenser or receiver/drier is replaced, add the specified amount of compressor oil.

Tightening torque:
Receiver/drier inlet and outlet:
9.8-20 N-m (1 .0-2.0 m-kg, 7.2-14 ft-lb)
Condenser inlet:
15-25 N-m (1.5-2.5 m-kg, 11-18 ft-lb)