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Repair Procedures: Replacement

  1. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station.
  2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  3. Remove the front bumper.

    (Refer to Body - "FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY ")

  4. Remove the air intake shield (A) after loosening the bolts.
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  5. Remove the air upper guard (A) after loosening the bolts.
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  6. Remove the discharge line (A) and liquid line (B) after loosening the nuts.
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  7. Loosen the mounting pin - type retainers and bolts, remove the side air guard (A).
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  8. Remove the condenser.
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  9. Installation is the reverse order of removal.
    NOTE:
    • If you're installing a new condenser, add refrigerant oil (PAG OIL).
    • 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.
    • Charge the system, and test its performance.
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