| Inspection |
| 1. |
Check the condenser fins for clogging and damage. If clogged,
clean them with water, and blow them with compressed air. If bent,
gently bend them using a screwdriver or pliers. |
| 2. |
Check the condenser connections for leakage, and repair or replace it, if required. |
| Replacement |
| 1. |
Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station. |
| 2. |
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. |
| 3. |
Remove the front bumper.
(Refer to the BD group - "Front Bumper") |
| 4. |
Remove the 2 nuts, and then disconnect the discharge line and liquid line (A) from the condenser.
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| 5. |
Disconnect the ambient temperature sensor connector (A).
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| 6. |
Disconnect the horn connector (A).
[LH]
[RH]
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| 7. |
Remove the radiator upper brackat assembly (A) by loosening the mounting bolts.
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| 8. |
Remove the side air guard (A) by pulling it upwards.
[LH]
[RH]
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| 9. |
Remove the condenser (A) from radiator.
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| 10. |
Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items :
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Component Location
Replacement 1. Remove the condenser, and then remove the bottom cap (B) with L wrench (A) from the condenser. Tightening torque : 9.8~14.7N.m (1.
Removal Height Sensor 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the height sensor linkage (A) installed on the front axle and rear axle. [Front] [Rear] Installation Height Sensor 1. Install the height sensor assembly after connecting the connector.
Refrigerant System Service Basics Refrigerant Recovery Use only service equipment that is U.L-listed and is certified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 to remove HFC-134a(R-134a) from the air conditioning system. – Air conditioning refrigerant or lubricant vapor can irritate your eyes, nose, or th