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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 nuts, and then disconnect the discharge line (A) and liquid line (B) from the condenser.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Discharge Line And Liquid Line From Condenser
    G11804240Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    Tightening Torque: 

    3.9 ~ 5.9 N.m (0.4 ~ 0.6 kgf.m, 2.9 ~ 4.3 lb-ft)

  4. Remove the radiator assembly.

    (Proceed to Engine Mechanical System - "RADIATOR ")

  5. Remove the condenser from radiator.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    NOTE:
    • If you're installing a new condenser, add refrigerant oil.
    • 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 or R-1234yf to avoid leakage.
    • Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser fins when installing the condenser.
    • Charge the system, and test its performance.
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