Condenser Distinguishing Marks

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Identifying a condenser made by "Denso" -A-

Fig 1: Identifying Condenser Distinguishing Marks

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The upper sealing strip -B- is U-shaped.
Condenser manufacturer part number and manufacturer information -C- (currently printed directly on it). For the correct allocation. Refer to the Parts Information.
Receiver/dryer -D- integrated on the condenser, dryer cartridge with removed plastic screw (cover) replaceable. Refer to DRYER BAG/DRYER CARTRIDGE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

NOTE:

There are different versions of this condenser in its construction, with different refrigerant R134a capacities (recognizable, for example, by the part number 8K0 xxx xxx or 8T0 xxx xxx). Refer to APPROVED REFRIGERANT OILS AND REFRIGERANT OIL CAPACITIES

Capacities and other information for refrigerant R1234yf. Refer to TECHNICAL DATA and REPAIR INFORMATION .

Identifying a condenser made by "Showa/Keihin" -A-

Fig 2: Identifying A Condenser Made By "Showa / Keihin"

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The upper sealing strip -B- is flat.
Condenser manufacturer part number and manufacturing information -C- (currently on a label glued to it). For the correct allocation. Refer to the Parts Information.
Receiver/dryer -D- attached to the condenser (the receiver/dryer can be replaced. Refer to RECEIVER/DRYER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING ).

NOTE:

Capacities and other information for refrigerant R1234yf. Refer to TECHNICAL DATA and REPAIR INFORMATION .