A/C Condenser: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Liberty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: If the A/C condenser is being replaced, add 30 milliliters (1 fluid ounce) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.

Carefully position the A/C condenser into the engine compartment.
Engage the lower condenser brackets to the radiator.
Install the two bolts that secure the upper condenser brackets to the radiator. Tighten the bolts to 5 N.m (44 in. lbs.).
If equipped, position the automatic transmission cooler to the radiator and install the two retaining bolts. Tighten the bolts to 5 N.m (44 in. lbs.).
Install the upper radiator crossmember (Refer to BODY/EXTERIOR/RADIATOR CROSSMEMBER - INSTALLATION) .
Remove the tape or plugs from the discharge and liquid line fittings and condenser ports.
Lubricate new rubber O-ring seals with clean refrigerant oil and install them on the discharge and liquid line fittings. Use only the specified O-rings as they are made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
Install the discharge and liquid lines to the A/C condenser.
Install the nuts that secure the discharge and liquid lines to the A/C condenser. Tighten the nuts to 12 N.m (105 in. lbs.).
Reconnect the negative battery cable.
Evacuate the refrigerant system (Refer to HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - STANDARD PROCEDURE - REFRIGERANT SYSTEM EVACUATE)
Charge the refrigerant system (Refer to HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - STANDARD PROCEDURE - REFRIGERANT SYSTEM CHARGE) .