Removing Condenser

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WARNING: Refrigerant

Danger of freezing

→ Avoid contact with refrigerant.

→ Wear personal protective gear.

→ Observe the safety regulations for working on air-conditioned vehicles and dealing with refrigerant.

→ Observe the safety regulations for extraction and filling systems.

→ Observe the instructions for repairing air conditioning systems and storing spare parts.

Remove strut -3- under the radiator at the left. To do this, unscrew and remove the two fastening screws -1+2- .

Fig 1: Identifying Strut With Screws
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Unscrew and remove fastening screw for the refrigerant lines at the condenser. Disconnect refrigerant lines and close them off so that they are air-tight.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws On Air-Conditioning Lines To Condenser
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Loosen fastening screw -4- securing ATF thermostat to radiator.

Fig 3: Removing Front Lines
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Lift up both locks -6- for the cooler and air-conditioning condenser with a screwdriver and push them down.

Fig 4: Identifying Power-Steering Cooler
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Loosen fastening screw for the clamp on the hydraulic lines at the radiator -arrow B- .

Fig 5: Disconnecting Hoses
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Disengage power-steering cooler -7- from the plastic frame and secure it to prevent it from falling down. Make sure that the lines are not deformed.
Disengage condenser from the plastic frame and remove it in a downward direction.

Fig 6: Disengaging Condenser From Plastic Frame
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