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A/C Condenser Replacement

  1. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station (see REFRIGERANT RECOVERY ).
  2. Remove the splash shield (see step 24 in ENGINE ASSEMBLY ).
  3. Remove the bolt and the nut, then disconnect the A/C condenser line (A) and the discharge line (B) from the A/C condenser. Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting A/C Condenser Line And Discharge Line From A/C Condenser
    G03682840Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Remove the front bumper (see FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  5. Remove the clips and the A/C condenser shroud (A). Remove the bolts, then remove the wire harness clips (B) and the center upper beam (C).
    Fig 2: Removing Clips And A/C Condenser Shroud
    G03682841Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Disconnect the A/C condenser fan connector (A), and remove the A/C compressor clutch connector (B) from the A/C condenser fan shroud. Remove the A/C condenser (C) by lifting it up. Be careful not to damage the radiator or the A/C condenser fins when removing the A/C condenser.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting A/C Condenser Fan Connector
    G03682842Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. 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 (SANDENI SP-10) (see A/C SERVICE TIPS AND PRECAUTIONS ).
    • Replace the O-ring 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.
    • Be careful not to damage the radiator or the A/C condenser fins when installing the A/C condenser.
    • Charge the system (see SYSTEM CHARGING ).
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