Malibu V6-3.6L (2010)
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement
Special Tools
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
Removal Procedure
Note: The desiccant is inside the condenser and is not serviced separately. The condenser must be replaced if new desiccant is required.
1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (See: Service and Repair/Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging).
2. Remove the left and right headlamp assemblies. Refer to Headlamp Replacement (See: Lighting and Horns/Headlamp/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement).
3. Loop a rope around each of the 2 upper tabs of the radiator and tie the rope around the upper tie bar.