Condenser, Removing And Installing, All Except RS Models: Notes
This procedure contains mandatory replaceable parts. Refer to component overview and Parts Information prior to starting procedure.
Mandatory Replacement Parts
- O-ring - High Pressure Side Refrigerant Line to Condenser
The radiator and condenser may have small indentations on the fins even when installed correctly. This is not damage. Do not replace the radiator or condenser because of those small indentations.
Slight deformations on the side securing straps on the condenser (for example, due to an accident), can result in an unparallel flow from the condenser and radiator; this can be resolved by pulling the straps back as long as the function/condenser sealing is not impaired. The straps on the condenser do not need to be replaced if there are small deformations.
A slight bending of the condenser (up to 4 mm) is permissible as long as there is sufficient distance (minimum 4 mm) between the condenser and the radiator and the function/sealing of the condenser (of the refrigerant circuit) is not impaired. The condenser does not have to be replaced if there are slight deformations.
There are different version of the condenser depending on the vehicle version (for example with other mounting tabs on the version for RS models).