Town & Country Van AWD V6-230 3.8L VIN L SMFI (1998)
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
Rear A/C Auxiliary Condenser
In vehicles equipped with rear heater and air conditioning, it will be equipped with an auxiliary condenser. The auxiliary condenser is mounted on the
primary condenser in front of the radiator. Both condenser must be removed as an assembly and then separated.
WARNING: THE REFRIGERATION SYSTEM MUST BE COMPLETELY EMPTY BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THIS OPERATION.
NOTE: Special effort must be used to keep all R-134a system components moisture-tree. Moisture in the oil is very difficult to remove and will cause a
reliability problem with the compressor.
The condenser assembly must first be removed from vehicle. Refer to CONDENSER ASSEMBLY removal and installation.
REMOVAL
1. After condenser assembly removal, place on bench for disassembly.
2. Remove (1) bolt to liquid line on auxiliary condenser.
Rear Heat - A/C Auxiliary Condenser
3. Remove (4) attaching bolts and separate auxiliary from primary condenser.
INSTALLATION
1. Before installation, replace all O-rings and gaskets. Coat all sealing surfaces with approved wax free refrigerant oil. Then, reverse the above
procedures.
2. Evacuate and recharge system.
