Installation Procedure

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If replacing the condenser add the specified amount of polyalkylene glycol (PAG) oil directly to the condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities .

Fig 1: View Of Right & Left Radiator Side Baffles

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Install the right and left radiator side baffles.

Fig 2: Locating Radiator Upper Mounting Tabs

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Slide the condenser up to engage the upper mounting tabs into the radiator.

Fig 3: Locating Condenser Bolts

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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the condenser bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (88 lb in).

Fig 4: View Of Compressor Hose At Condenser

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Install the compressor hose and new seal washer to the condenser. Refer to Air Conditioning System Seal Replacement .
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

Fig 5: View Of Condenser Tube And Seal Washer At Condenser

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Install the condenser tube and new seal washer to the condenser. Refer to Air Conditioning System Seal Replacement .
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle.
Install the charged air cooler outlet pipe. Refer to Charge Air Cooler Outlet Pipe Replacement .
Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
Leak test the fittings using the J 39400-A . See Special Tools .