1. |
Recover the refrigerant with a
recovery/recycling/charging
station. |
2. |
Remove the coolant reservoir, but do not
disconnect the reservoir hose from the coolant reservoir and the
radiator. |
3. |
Remove the bolts(A), then remove the upper
mount brackets(B) from the radiator.

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4. |
Remove the bolts(A), then disconnect the
discharge line and condenser line from the condenser.
Plug or cap the lines immediately after
disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust
contamination.

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5. |
Remove the bolts, then remove the condenser by
lifting it up. Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser
fins when removing the condenser. |
6. |
Install in the reverse order of removal, and
note these items :
A. |
If you're installing a new condenser,
add refrigerant oil FD46XG. |
B. |
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. |
C. |
Be careful not to damage the radiator
and condenser fins when installing the
condenser. |
D. |
Be sure to install the lower mount
cushions of condenser securely into the
holes. |
E. |
Charge the system, and test its
performance. | | |