CONDENSER PIPE ASSEMBLY: Removal and Installation: Removal

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Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFC-134a) to discharge the refrigerant.
Remove air cleaner case (bank 2). Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
Remove front grille. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
Remove mounting bolts (A) from condenser pipe assembly (1).

Fig 1: Locating Condenser Pipe Assembly And Mounting Bolts
Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Disconnect one-touch joint between high-pressure flexible hose (1) and condenser pipe assembly (3) with disconnector (A) (SST: 9253089912).
CAUTION: Cap or wrap the joint of the A/C piping with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
Disconnect one-touch joint between high-pressure pipe 1 (2) and condenser pipe assembly with disconnector (A) (SST: 9253089908).
CAUTION: Cap or wrap the joint of the A/C piping with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.

Fig 2: Disconnecting One Touch Joint Between High Pressure Flexible Hose And Condenser Pipe Assembly Using Disconnector
Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Remove condenser pipe assembly.
CAUTION: Cap or wrap the joint of the A/C piping and condenser with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.