
CONDENSER
(See page AC-22)
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. CHECK CONDENSER FINS FOR BLOCKAGE OR DAMAGE
If the fins are clogged, wash them with a water and dry with compressed air.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the fins.
If the fins are bent, straighten them with screwdriver or pliers.
2. CHECK CONDENSER FITTINGS FOR LEAKAGE
Repair as necessary.
REMOVAL OF CONDENSER
1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
(See page AC-12)
2. REMOVE FRONT GRILLE AND HOOD LOCK BRACE
3. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE FLEXIBLE HOSE FROM CONDENSER INLET FITTING
4. DISCONNECT LIQUID LINE TUBE FROM CONDENSER OUTLET FITTING
NOTE: Cap the open fittings immediately to keep moisture out of the system.
5. REMOVE CONDENSER
Remove the four bolts.
INSTALLATION OF CONDENSER
1. INSTALL CONDENSER
Install the four bolts making sure the rubber cushions fit into the mounting flanges correctly.
2. CONNECT LIQUID LINE TUBE AND DISCHARGE FLEXIBLE HOSE TO CONDENSER
Torque:
Liquid line tube 135 kg-cm
(10 ft-lb, 13 N-m)
Discharge flexible hose 225 kg-cm
(16 ft-lb, 22 N-m)
3. INSTALL FRONT GRILLE AND HOOD LOCK BRACE
4. IF CONDENSER IS REPLACED, ADD COMPRESSOR OIL TO COMPRESSOR
Add 25 — 30 cc (0.8 — 1.0 fl. oz.)
5. EVACUATE, CHARGE AND TEST REFRIGERATION SYSTEM (See page AC-12)