Removing the condenser

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Fig 1: Identifying Right AC Pipe Connection & Screw

GLL151377

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove:

right-hand pipe connection for A/C with the screw, x1
the connector to the pressure sensor
the pressure sensor
right-hand lower mounting with the screw, x1.

Fig 2: Identifying Left AC Pipe & Clip

GLL151379

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Detach the left-hand A/C pipe from the clip.

Remove the left-hand lower mounting with the screw, x1.

Fig 3: Identifying Left Headlight

GLL151380

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Detach the left-hand headlight slightly but allow the cables to remain, see Headlamp/bulb, replacing .

Remove the left-hand A/C pipe with the screw, x1.

Fig 4: Identifying Condenser Upper Mountings & Screws

GLL102973

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove the upper mountings on the condenser with the screws, x2.

The condenser is held in place by the left-hand A/C pipe.

Raise the vehicle.

Remove the condenser straight down. Press aside the A/C pipe slightly on the left-hand side while pulling the condenser down.