A/C Condenser Replacement

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.

1. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station.

1. Remove the front bulkhead cover.

1. Remove the battery and the battery box.

1. Remove the clips (A), then remove the air intake cover (B) and the air intake tube or duct (C).

1. Remove the hose (A) from the reserve tank (B). Rmove the bolts and the reserve tank from the A/C condenser fan shroud.

1. Remove the bolts and the radiator upper mount brackets.

1. Remove the bolt, then disconnect the receiver line from the A/C condenser.

1. Remove the bolts and the A/C condenser upper mount brockets.

1. Remove the bolt, then disconnect the discharge line from the A/C condenser.

1. Remove the A/C condenser by lifting it up. Be careful not to damage the radiator and A/C condenser fins when removing the A/C condenser.

1. Install the A/C condenser in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
   - If you're installing a new A/C condenser, add refrigerant oil (KEIHIN SP-10).
   - 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 correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
   - Immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption.
   - Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if the refrigerant oil contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.
   - Be careful not to damage the radiator or the A/C condenser fins when installing the A/C condenser.
   - Charge the system.
   - Do the ECM/PCM idle learn procedure.
   - Perform the power window control unit reset procedure.
   - Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then enter the customer's radio station presets.