LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Acura >> 2009 >> TSX Automatic >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different car >> Section 17 (Automatic HVAC System) >> Climate Control >> A/C Condenser Replacement

A/C Condenser Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Acura TSX, 2007 Acura TSX, 2006 Acura TSX, 2005 Acura TSX, and 2004 Acura TSX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system (if equipped), then write down the audio presets.
  2. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station (see REFRIGERANT RECOVERY  ).
  3. Remove the front bulkhead cover.
  4. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF, then remove the battery and the battery box.
  5. Remove the clips (A), then remove the intake air cover (B) and the intake air tube or duct (C).
    Fig 1: Identifying A/C Condenser, Intake Air Cover And Clips
    G05492715Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Remove the hose (A) from the reserve tank (B). Remove the bolts (C) and the reserve tank from the A/C condenser fan shroud.
    Fig 2: Identifying Reserve Tank, Hose And Bolts
    G05492716Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Remove the bolts (A) and the radiator upper mount brackets (B).
    Fig 3: Radiator Upper Mount Brackets Bolts W/Torque Specification
    G05492717Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Remove the bolt (A), then disconnect the receiver line (B) from the A/C condenser (C).
    Fig 4: Receiver Line Bolt W/Torque Specification
    G05492718Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Remove the bolts (A) and the A/C condenser upper mount brackets (B).
    Fig 5: A/C Condenser Upper Mount Brackets W/Torque Specification
    G05492719Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  10. Remove the bolt (A), then disconnect the discharge line (B) from the A/C condenser (C).
    Fig 6: A/C Condenser Discharge Line Bolt W/Torque Specification
    G05492720Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  11. Remove the A/C condenser by lifting it up. Be careful not to damage the radiator and A/C condenser fins when removing the A/C condenser.
    Fig 7: Identifying A/C Condenser
    G05492721Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  12. Install the A/C condenser in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • If you're installing a new A/C condenser, add refrigerant oil (SP-10) (see A/C REFRIGERANT OIL REPLACEMENT  ).
    • 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 correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
    • Immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption.
    • Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if the refrigerant oil contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.
    • Be careful not to damage the radiator or the A/C condenser fins when installing the A/C condenser.
    • Charge the system (see SYSTEM CHARGING  ).
    • Do the ECM/PCM idle learn procedure (see ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE ).
    • Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system (if equipped), then enter the audio presets.
scientia non olet · About LEMON Manuals