Section 249 (HVAC - General Servicing): Condenser: Removal

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NOTE:

At the time of installation, please refer to the following item. Evacuate air from refrigeration system.

Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of refrigerant.

Specified amount:

Single A/C: 750 +/- 50 g (26.45 +/- 1.76 oz.)

Dual A/C: 1050 +/- 50 g (37.03 +/- 1.76 oz.)

Discharge refrigerant from refrigeration system .
Remove condenser fan . See REMOVAL .
Remove A/T oil cooler . See Fig 1.
Remove horn .
Remove hood lock .
Remove center brace .

Fig 1: Locating Oil Cooler, Horn, Hood Lock, & Center Brace Mounting Bolts
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Remove receiver and holder . See REMOVAL .

CAUTION: Cap open the fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.

At the time of installation, please refer to the following item. Lubricate 2 new O-rings with compressor oil and install them to the tubes.

Fig 2: Locating Condenser Liquid Tube Mounting Bolts

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Disconnect liquid tube and discharge hose :
Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the both tube and hose.

Torque: 5.4 N.m (5.5 kgf.cm, 48 in.lbf)

CAUTION:

At the time of installation, please refer to the following item.

If condenser is replaced, add compressor oil to the compressor.

Add 40 - 50 cc (1.4 - 1.7 fl.oz.)

Compressor oil: ND-OIL 8 or equivalent

Fig 3: Locating Condenser Bracket Bolts

Remove condenser :
1. Remove the 2 bolts. See Fig 3.
2. Pull the condenser forward and pull it upward.