A/C Core Removal / Installation

Fig 1: Removing/Installing A/C Core With Torque Specifications

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CAUTION:

To prevent system contamination, whenever the condenser core is replaced, also replace the receiver/drier.

NOTE:

If a condenser core leak is suspected, the condenser core must be leak tested before it is removed from the vehicle. See A/C Evaporator / Condenser Core - On-Vehicle Leak Test .

NOTE:

Replacement of the suction accumulator is not required when repairing the air conditioning system except when there is physical evidence of system contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the suction accumulator.

Recover the refrigerant. See A/C Refrigerant System Tests .
For vehicles with 2.3L or 4.0L engines, remove the air cleaner outlet tube and the engine air cleaner. See Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe Removal / Installation - 2.3L for 2.3L or See Air Cleaner Outlet Tube Removal / Installation - 4.0L for 4.0L.
Disconnect the condenser to evaporator line from the condenser core.
- Discard the O-ring seal.
Fig 2: Removing/Installing Condenser To Evaporator Line From Condenser Core With Torque Specifications
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Disconnect the compressor manifold and tube assembly from the condenser core.
- Discard the O-ring seal.
Fig 3: Compressor Manifold, Tube Assembly & Condenser Core With Torque Specifications
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Remove the screws and tilt the radiator back.

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Screws From Radiator With Torque Specifications
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Remove the pin-type retainers and remove the top seal.

Fig 5: Removing Pin-Type Retainers
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NOTE:
- It may be necessary to remove the radiator from the mounting saddles to provide clearance for the condenser core removal.
Remove the screws and the condenser core.

Fig 6: Removing/Installing Condenser Core Screws With Torque Specifications
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean refrigerant oil. See A/C Refrigerant Oil Addition
- Install new O-ring seals lubricated with clean refrigerant oil.
Evacuate, leak test, and charge the refrigerant system. See A/C Refrigerant System Tests .