1. Suction hose:
Apply compressor oil (refrigerant oil) to O-ring.
2. Discharge hose:
Apply compressor oil (refrigerant oil) to O-ring.
3. Receiver/dryer outlet pipe:
Apply compressor oil (refrigerant oil) to O-ring.
4. Condenser outlet pipe:
Apply compressor oil (refrigerant oil) to O-ring.
5. Expansion valve:
Apply compressor oil (refrigerant oil) to O-ring.
6. Dual pressure switch:
Apply compressor oil (refrigerant oil) to O-ring.
A/C CONDENSER ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL
1) Disconnect negative (–) cable at battery.
2) Recover refrigerant from refrigeration system by using recovery
and recycling equipment.
3) Remove front bumper. Refer to FRONT BUMPER in BODY
SERVICE Section.
4) Disconnect discharge hose from condenser.
5) Disconnect condenser outlet pipe from condenser.
6) Loosen radiator upper mounting bolt.
7) Remove front center member (1) by loosening its mounting
screws (2).
8) Loosen condenser mounting bolt (3).
9) Remove condenser assembly (4).
1B-16
AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL)
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
NOTE:
When refrigerant line must be disconnected and connected to remove and reinstall any component of A/C
system, be sure to observe the following instructions.
When disconnecting any line from the system, install a blinding plug or cap to fitting of such line immedi-
ately.
When connecting hoses and pipes to each other respectively, previously apply a few drops of compres-
sor oil (refrigerating oil) to O-ring.
