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Repair Procedures: Replacement

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  1. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station.
    CAUTION:
    1. Do not use the same A/C recovery / charging station as conventional belt-driven compressors.
    2. Since the electric compressor uses high-voltage, you should use PVE or POE oil which have high Volumetric Resistivity.
    3. If the PVE or POE oil of the system gets mixed PAG oil, then dielectric breakdown due to decreased volumetric Resistivity can occur and inoperative A/C compressor may result, A/C compressor may not work.
  2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  3. Remove the front bumper.

    (Refer to "FRONT BUMPER ")

  4. Remove the intake air duct (A).
    Fig 1: Locating Intake Air Duct
    G07319446Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the hood latch.

    (Refer to "HOOD ")

  6. Remove the discharge line and liquid line (A) from the condenser.
    Fig 2: Locating Liquid Line Of Condenser
    G07319447Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the front bumper frame (A), and then disconnect the connector (B).
    Fig 3: Locating Front Bumper Frame And Connector
    G07319448Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the condenser side cover (A).
    Fig 4: Locating Condenser Side Cover
    G07319449Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the condenser (A) from radiator.
    Fig 5: Locating Condenser
    G07319450Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  10. Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    NOTE:
    • If you're installing a new condenser, add refrigerant oil (PVE or POE).
    • 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 right O-rings for R-134a to avoid leakage.
    • Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser fins when installing the condenser.
    • Be sure to install the lower mount cushions of the condenser securely into the holes.
    • Charge the system, and test its performance.
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