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A/C Condenser Replacement

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  1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system (if equipped).
  2. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling charging station (see REFRIGERANT RECOVERY  ).
  3. Remove the front bulkhead cover (see FRONT GRILLE LOWER MOLDING REPLACEMENT ).
  4. Make sure the ignition is in LOCK (0), then remove the battery and the battery box.
  5. Remove the clips (A), then remove the air intake cover (B).
    Fig 1: Identifying Clips And Air Intake Cover
    G05462530Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Remove the bolts and the radiator upper mount brackets.
    Fig 2: Radiator Upper Mount Brackets Bolts With Torque Specifications
    G05462531Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Remove the bolt, then disconnect the receiver line (A) from the A/C condenser. Disconnect the A/C pressure switch connector (B).
    Fig 3: Receiver Line And A/C Pressure Switch Connector With Torque Specifications
    G05462532Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Remove the bolts from the A/C condenser.
    Fig 4: A/C Condenser Bolts With Torque Specifications
    G05462533Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Remove the bolt, then disconnect the discharge line (A) from the A/C condenser (B).
    Fig 5: Discharge Line And A/C Condenser With Torque Specifications
    G05462534Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  10. Remove the A/C condenser by lifting it up. Be careful not to damage the radiator and A/C condenser fins when removing the A/C condenser.
    Fig 6: Removing A/C Condenser
    G05462535Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  11. Install the A/C condenser in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • If you're installing a new A/C condenser, add refrigerant oil (DENSO ND-OIL 8) (see A/C REFRIGERANT OIL REPLACEMENT  ).
    • Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before installing them. Be sure to use the correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
    • Immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption.
    • Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if the refrigerant oil contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.
    • Charge the system (see SYSTEM CHARGING  ).
    • Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system (if equipped).
    • Set the clock (on vehicles without navigation).
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