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15.Condenser
A: REMOVAL
1) Using the refrigerant recovery system, dis-
charge refrigerant. <Ref. to AC-21, PROCEDURE,
Refrigerant Recovery Procedure.>
2) Disconnect the ground cable from the battery.
3) Remove the bumper upper cover.
4) Disconnect the pressure hose and pipe from the
condenser.
5) Remove the 4 bolts, lift the condenser and pull
out from the space between the radiator and
bumper.
CAUTION:
• Be careful not to damage the condenser fins.
If a damaged fin is found, repair it using a thin
screwdriver.
• If the condenser is replaced, add an appropri-
ate amount of compressor oil to the compres-
sor. <Ref. to AC-26,
Compressor Oil.>
Condenser
HVAC SYSTEM (HEATER, VENTILATOR AND A/C)
B: INSTALLATION
1) Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Replace the O-rings on hoses or pipes with new
parts, and then apply compressor oil.
2) Charge refrigerant. <Ref. to AC-22, PROCE-
DURE, Refrigerant Charging Procedure.>
Tightening torque:
Refer to "COMPONENT" of "General Descrip-
tion". <Ref. to AC-11, AIR CONDITIONING
UNIT, COMPONENT, General Description.>
<Ref. to CO(H6DO)-6, RADIATOR AND RADI-
ATOR FAN, COMPONENT, General Descrip-
tion.>
C: INSPECTION
1) Check to see that the condenser fins are not
AC-01292
clogged with debris or insects. Blow with com-
pressed air or flush fins with water as needed.
2) Inspect for oil leakage from the condenser. If a
failure is found, replace the condenser with a new
part.
AC-01481
AC-01293
REPLACEMENT,
AC-35