Removing The Condenser

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Fig 1: Identifying Condenser Position

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Unscrew the two fastening screws -1- holding the air guide for the condenser.
Pull the air guide forward and disengage it at the condenser -A- .

Fig 2: Removing Condenser Air Guide Fastening Screws
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- When loosening or tightening the M8 refrigerant lines on the condenser, always counter with a 21-mm open-ended wrench.
Unscrew the two fastening screws -2- for the refrigerant lines.
Unscrew fastening screw -3- , lift the condenser and disengage from radiator bracket.

Fig 3: Removing Refrigerant Line
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Before re-installing the component, check the O-rings of the refrigerant lines for damage and replace them if necessary.

Wet the O-rings of the refrigerant lines with refrigerant oil.

Close off all lines and connections using suitable stoppers during removal.

Do not open the stoppers for the lines and connections until shortly before installation.
Unclip the condenser from the four brackets -A- and lift it out of the retaining bracket -arrow- .

Fig 4: Removing Condenser
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