Tools Required

J 39500-B A/C Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling and Recharging System

1. Recover the refrigerant from the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
2. Remove the upper filler panel. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Upper in Body Front End.
3. Remove the headlamp. Refer to Headlamp Replacement in Lighting.
4. Remove hood latch bracket. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement in Body Front End.
5. Remove the discharge hose from the condenser.



6. Remove the evaporator hose assembly from the condenser.



7. Remove the condenser mounting bolts.



8. Remove the left side of the condenser from the retainer.



9. Remove the right side of the condenser from the retainer.
10. Remove the condenser from the vehicle.

1. Install the right side of the condenser into the retainer.



2. Install the left side of the condenser into the retainer.



3. Position the condenser in the vehicle.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Install the condenser mounting bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the condenser mounting bolt 13 N·m (10 lb ft).




5. Install the evaporator hose assembly to the condenser.

Tighten
Tighten the evaporator hose assembly to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).




6. Install the discharge hose to the condenser.

Tighten
Tighten the discharge hose to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

7. Install the hood latch bracket. Refer to Hood Primary and Secondary Latch Replacement in Lighting.
8. Install the headlamps. Refer to Headlamp Replacement in Body Front End.
9. Install the upper filler panel. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Upper in Body Front End.
10. Recharge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .