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Repair Procedures: Replacement

  1. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station.
  2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  3. Remove the discharge line and liquid line (A) from the condenser.
    Fig 1: Identifying Condenser Liquid Line
    G08814754Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  4. Remove the intake air duct (A).
    Fig 2: Identifying Intake Air Duct
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  5. Remove the front bumper. (Refer to "FRONT BUMPER ")
  6. Remove the hood latch. (Refer to "HOOD ")
  7. Remove the radiator support upper panel (A).
    Fig 3: Identifying Radiator Support Upper Panel
    G08814756Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  8. Disconnect the mounting clip and then remove the condenser air guard (A).
    Fig 4: Identifying Condenser Air Guard
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  9. Remove the condenser (B) by lifting it up. Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser fins when removing the condenser.
    Fig 5: Identifying Condenser
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  10. Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    1. If you're installing a new condenser, add refrigerant oil ND-OIL8.
    2. 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 right O-rings for R-134a to avoid leakage.
    3. Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser fins when installing the condenser.
    4. Be sure to install the lower mount cushions of condenser securely into the holes.
    5. Charge the system, and test its performance.