A/C Condenser Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Acura MDX, 2008 Acura MDX, and 2007 Acura MDX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling charging station (see REFRIGERANT RECOVERY ).
- Remove the front bumper (see FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Remove the bolt, then disconnect the discharge hose (A) from the A/C condenser.
- Remove the bolt, then disconnect the front receiver line (A) from the A/C condenser.
- Remove the bolts, nut, and the ATF cooler bracket (A).
- Loosen the bolts, then remove the A/C condenser upper mount brackets (A).
- Remove the hood latch (see HOOD LATCH REPLACEMENT ).
- Remove the A/C condenser (A) by lifting it up. Be careful not to damage the radiator and A/C condenser fins when removing the A/C condenser.
- Install the A/C condenser in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If you're installing a new A/C condenser, add refrigerant oil (DENSO ND-OIL 8) (see A/C REFRIGERANT OIL REPLACEMENT ).
- Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before installing them. Be sure to use the correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
- Immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption.
- Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if the refrigerant oil contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.
- Be careful not to damage the radiator or the A/C condenser fins when installing the A/C condenser.
- Charge the system (see SYSTEM CHARGING ).
- Adjust the hood latch (see HOOD ADJUSTMENT ).