Radiator And Condenser Module Removal

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NOTE:

At the time of installation, please refer to the following item. Evacuate air from refrigeration system.

Charge system with refrigerant and inspect for leakage of refrigerant.

Specified amount: 500 7 plus or minus; 50 g (17.64 7 plus or minus; 1.76 oz.) .

Discharge refrigerant from refrigeration system .

NOTE: It is not necessary to drain out all the coolant.

Drain engine coolant from radiator .
Remove condenser fan assembly :
See 6 .
Remove FRONT BUMPER .
Remove radiator reservoir hose .

NOTE: Cap open the fittings immediately to keep moisture or dirt out of the system.

At the time of installation, Lubricate 2 new "O" rings with compressor oil and install them to the tubes.

Disconnect discharge and liquid tube :
1. Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect discharge and liquid tube.
  Torque: 5.4 N.m (55 kgf.cm, 48 in.lbf)
2. Remove the bolt.
3. Disconnect the liquid tube and remove the bracket.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Condenser To Discharge & Liquid Tube Connection Bolts
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Remove the 2 bolts and 2 radiator upper supports .

Fig 2: Locating Upper Mounting Bolts
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Remove radiator & condenser module :
1. Push the radiator & condenser module toward engine.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Condenser From Engine Compartment
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2. Pull up the radiator until the lower radiator support is removed.
3. Pull it downward to remove it.