A/C Condenser Replacement

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Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling charging station (see REFRIGERANT RECOVERY ).
Remove the front grille, (see FRONT BULKHEAD COVER REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the bolt, then disconnect the discharge hose (A) from the A/C condenser. Remove the O-ring (B).

Fig 1: Discharge Hose & O-Ring With Torque Specifications
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Remove the bolt, then disconnect the front receiver line (A) from the A/C condenser. Remove the O-ring (B).

Fig 2: Front Receiver Line & O-Ring With Torque Specifications
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Remove the bolts, nut, and the ATF cooler bracket (A).

Fig 3: ATF Cooler Bracket With Torque Specifications
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Loosen the bolts, then remove the A/C condenser upper mount brackets (A).

Fig 4: A/C Condenser Upper Mount Brackets Bolts With Torque Specifications
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Remove the A/C condenser (A) by lifting it up. Be careful not to damage the radiator and A/C condenser fins when removing the A/C condenser.

Fig 5: Identifying A/C Condenser
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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 (DENSO ND-OIL 8) (see A/C SERVICE TIPS AND PRECAUTIONS ).
- 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 ).