Commander 4WD V8-4.7L (2008)
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
A/C Condenser - Installation
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Be certain to adjust the refrigerant oil level when servicing the A/C refrigerant system See: Service and Repair/Refrigerant Oil
Level. Failure to properly adjust the refrigerant oil level will prevent the A/C system from operating as designed and can cause serious A/C
compressor damage.
NOTE: When replacing multiple A/C system components, refer to the Refrigerant Oil Capacities chart to determine how much oil should be
added to the refrigerant systemSee: Service and Repair/Refrigerant Oil Level.
NOTE: If only the A/C condenser is being replaced, add 30 milliliters (1 fluid ounce) of refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. Use only
refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
NOTE: Replacement of the refrigerant line O-ring seals and gaskets is required anytime a refrigerant line is opened. Failure to replace the
rubber O-ring seals and metal gaskets could result in a refrigerant system leak.
NOTE: Be certain that each of the radiator and condenser air seals are installed in their proper locations. These air seals are required for the
A/C and engine cooling systems to perform as designed.
1. Carefully position the A/C condenser (2) onto the radiator (3).
2. Install the four bolts (1) that secure the A/C condenser to the radiator. Tighten the bolts to 5 Nm (44 in. lbs.).
3. Connect the receiver/drier inlet tube (6) to the A/C condenser (2) See: Receiver Dryer/Service and Repair/Installation.
4. Tighten the screw (3) that secures the A/C receiver/drier (4) to the radiator and fan shroud (5). Tighten the screw to 5 Nm (44 in. lbs.).
5. Connect the A/C discharge line (1) to the A/C condenserSee: Hose/Line HVAC/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/A/C Line -
Installation and See: Hose/Line HVAC/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/A/C Line - Installation.
