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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: Locating Discharge Line And Liquid Line With Nuts
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  4. Remove the intake air duct (A).
    Fig 2: Locating Intake Air Duct With Mounting Bolts
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  5. Remove the front bumper.

    (Refer to Body - "FRONT BUMPER ")

  6. Remove the hood latch.

    (Refer to Body - "HOOD ")

  7. Remove the radiator support upper panel (A).
    Fig 3: Locating Radiator Support Upper Panel With Mounting Bolts
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  8. Disconnect the mounting clip and then remove the condenser air guard (A).
    Fig 4: Locating Condenser Air Guard With Mounting Bolts And Clips
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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: Locating Condenser
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  10. Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • If you're installing a new condenser, add refrigerant oil ND-OIL8.
    • 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.
    • Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser fins when installing the condenser.
    • Be sure to install the lower mount cushions of condenser securely into the holes.
    • Charge the system, and test its performance.