Condenser - Work in the engine compartment

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Disconnect the battery negative lead. See Battery, replacing
Drain the refrigerant from the system. See Refrigerant, draining

Fig 1: Identifying Control Module Box Air Pipe

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Remove the air pipe from the control module box.

Fig 2: Air Conditioning Aggregate And Receiver Drier

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Remove the upper screws holding the air conditioning aggregate together. Pull the aggregate outwards slightly.

Fig 3: Cooler Unit Screws

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Remove the screws from the upper mountings on the air conditioning aggregate.