Removing the condenser

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Fig 1: Identifying Right AC Pipe Connection & Screw

GLL151377

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove:

the right AC pipe connection with the 1 screw.
the connector of the pressure sensor
the pressure sensor
the lower right mounting with the 1 screw.

Fig 2: Identifying Left AC Pipe & Clip

GLL151379

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Undo the left AC pipe from the clip.

Remove the lower left mounting with the 1 screw.

Fig 3: Identifying Left Headlight

GLL151380

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Loosen the left headlight slightly but let the cables remain:

For -2004 see: Headlamp/bulb, replacing
For 2005- see: Headlamp/bulb, replacing .

Remove the left AC pipe with the 1 screw.

Fig 4: Identifying Condenser Upper Mountings & Screws

GLL102973

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove the upper mountings on the condenser with the 2 screws.

The condenser is held in place by the left AC pipe.

Raise the vehicle.

Remove the condenser, moving it straight down. Press the AC pipe on the left side slightly to the side while pulling the condenser down.