Section 6 (Air Conditioning System): Condenser: Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Genesis GV70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
- Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station.
(Refer to Air Conditioning System - "REFRIGERANT RECOVERY/RECYCLING/CHARGING/VACUUM ")
- Remove the front bumper assembly.
(Refer to Body (Interior and Exterior) - "FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY ")
- Remove the active air flap (AAF).
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ACTIVE AIR FLAP ")[G 2.5 T-GDI Specification]
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ACTIVE AIR FLAP ")[G 3.5 T-GDI Specification]
- Loosen the mounting nuts and separate the liquid line (A).
Tightening torque:
7.8 - 11.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb - ft)
NOTE:- Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.
- Remove the air guard (A).
[LH]
[RH]
[LOWER]
- Press the lock pin and remove the condenser assembly (A) from radiator assembly.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.NOTE:
- If you're installing a new condenser, add refrigerant oil.
- Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before installing them.
- Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser fins when installing the condenser.
- Charge the system, and test its performance.