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Repair procedures: Replacement

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  1. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery / recycling / charging station.
  2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  3. Remove the front bumper (Refer to BD group - FRONT BUMPER )
  4. Remove 2 nuts, and then disconnect the discharge line and liquid line (A) from the condenser.
    Fig 1: Identifying Condenser Liquid Line
    G07416849Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the condenser cover (A).
    Fig 2: Identifying Condenser Cover
    G07416850Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the radiator assembly (Refer to EM group -RADIATOR )
  7. Remove the condenser (A) from radiator.
    Fig 3: Identifying Condenser
    G07416851Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  8. 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.
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