Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Remove the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement in Exterior Trim.
3. Remove the hood primary latch support.
4. Remove the auxiliary cooling fan, if equipped.
5. Remove the compressor hose assembly nut from the condenser.
6. Remove the compressor hose assembly from the condenser.
7. Remove the evaporator tube nut from the condenser.
8. Remove the evaporator tube from the condenser.
9. Cap or plug all the open connections.



10. Remove the bolts from the condenser brackets.
11. Remove the brackets.
12. Remove the upper insulators.
13. Remove the condenser from the vehicle.

1. Install the condenser to the vehicle.
2. Install the upper insulators.
3. Install the brackets.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Install the bolts to the condenser brackets.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 4.5 N·m (40 lb in).

5. Install the evaporator tube to the condenser. .

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

6. Install the compressor hose assembly to the condenser.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

7. Install the auxiliary cooling fan, if equipped.
8. Install the hood primary latch support.
9. Install the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement in Exterior Trim.
10. Evacuate and recharge the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
11. Leak test the fittings of the component using the J 39400-A .