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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 upper cover (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Front Bumper Upper Cover
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  4. Remove the discharge line and liquid line (A) from the condenser.
    Fig 2: Identifying Discharge & Liquid Line
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  5. Remove the intercooler cover (A).
    Fig 3: Identifying Intercooler Cover
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  6. Remove the condenser side cover (A).
    Fig 4: Identifying Condenser Side Cover
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  7. Remove the condenser (A) from radiator.
    Fig 5: Removing Condenser From Radiator
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  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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