Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

Condenser Removal:

Condenser

Removal
1. Discharge refrigeration system. (Refer to operating instructions of your refrigerant recovery/recycling/charging station for proper procedures.)
2. Remove liquid pipes.
3. Remove condenser as shown.

Note:
- Insert protector such as cardboard between condenser and radiator.
- Immediately plug open fittings to keep moisture out of system.

Installation
1. Install condenser in reverse order of removal.

Note:
- Apply clean compressor oil to O-ring before connecting fittings.
- Do not apply compressor oil to fitting nuts.
- Remove protector before installing radiator brackets.
- When installing a new condenser add compressor oil through high-pressure pipe port of compressor. Compressor oil 1.22 cu in (20 cc)

Tightening torque: Condenser inlet: 87 - 174 lb-in (9.8 - 19.6 N.m, 1.0 - 2.0 kg-m)