Tools Required

J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove the front air deflector. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Replacement.
3. Remove the condenser mounting brackets and reposition the condenser.



4. Remove the receiver dryer bottom cap (1).



5. Remove the desiccant bag (2).

1. Install the desiccant bag (2).
2. Lubricate the O-rings on the plug with refrigerant oil before installing. Refer to O-Ring Replacement.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.




3. Install the bottom plug (1).

Tighten
Tighten the plug to 12.5 N·m (111 lb in).

4. Install the condenser brackets.

Tighten
Tighten the plug to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

5. Install the front air deflector. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Replacement.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Add the proper amount of oil. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities.
8. Evacuate and recharge the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
9. Leak test the fittings of the component with J 39400-A .