Removal & Installation: Condenser: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If a NEW condenser is being installed, add 1.0 oz. (30 ml) PAG oil to condenser.
- Install the condenser to the radiator. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
- Install the radiator and condenser assembly into the vehicle. See Fig 1.
- Install NEW O-rings to the condenser end of the compressor hose. Connect the refrigerant lines to the condenser. See Figure. Tighten the condenser line fitting to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Recharge the A/C system. See RECOVERY, EVACUATION & RECHARGING in GENERAL SERVICING PROCEDURES article in GENERAL SERVICING.
- Leak test system. See LEAK TESTING in GENERAL SERVICING PROCEDURES article in GENERAL SERVICING.