Blazer 2WD V6-43L VIN X (2004) | Condenser HVAC Service and Repair
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
CONDENSER REPLACEMENT
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove the radiator.
3. Remove the nut retaining the compressor hose to the condenser.
4. Remove the compressor hose assembly from the condenser.
5. Remove the evaporator tube from the condenser.
6. Remove the insulator retainer bolts and the upper insulator retainers.
7. Remove the condenser from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the condenser to the vehicle.
IMPORTANT If replacing the condenser, add the refrigerant oil to the condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities for system capacity
information.
2. Install the upper insulator retainers and the insulator retainer bolts.