CAUTION
CAUTION Please refer to Section 1 before discharging the compressor or disconnecting
air conditioning lines. Damage to the air conditioning system or personal
injury could result. Consult your local laws concerning refrigerant discharge
and recycling. In many areas it may be illegal for anyone but a certified
technician to service the A/C system. Always use an approved recovery station
when discharging the air conditioning.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Discharge the refrigerant system.
See Section 1.
- Remove the air cleaner assembly.
- As required, remove the front grille, air seal cover and side lamps. Remove
the clamps and the hood lock brace, if installed.
- Disconnect and plug the condenser inlet, outlet and liquid lines to prevent
the entry of moisture and dirt.
- Remove the necessary components (such as the cooling fan) in order to
gain access to the condenser mounting bolts.
- Remove the condenser mounting bolts. Remove the condensor from the vehicle.
To install:
- Lower the condenser into the vehicle and secure it with the mounting bolts.
Reinstall all other parts.
- Connect the suction, discharge and liquid lines to the condenser.
- Install the hood lock brace and the clamps, if removed. Install the air
seal and the front grille and side lamps.
NOTE: If a new condensor was installed, add approximately
30cc of clean compressor oil to the unit.
- Install the air cleaner assembly. Connect the negative battery cable.
- Evacuate, charge and test the system as described in Section 1.
