Compass 2WD L4-2.0L VIN 0 (2007)
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
Removal
REMOVAL
WARNING: Refer to the applicable warnings and cautions for this system before performing the following operation. Failure to follow the
warnings and cautions could result in possible personal injury or death.
CAUTION: Before removing the A/C condenser, note the location of each of the radiator/condenser air seals. These air seals are used to direct
air through the A/C condenser and radiator. The air seals must be reinstalled in their proper locations in order for the A/C and engine cooling
systems to perform as designed.
1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system.
3. If equipped with the 2.0L diesel engine, remove the front fascia.
NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the hood latch from the upper radiator support on gasoline engine equipped models for A/C condenser
service.
4. If equipped with a gasoline engine, remove the upper radiator support and position it out of the way.
5. On gasoline engine equipped models, carefully push the radiator (1) slightly rearward to gain access to the A/C condenser (2).
6. Remove the nut (3) that secures the A/C discharge line (4) to the right side of the A/C condenser and remove and discard the O-ring seal and
gasket.
7. Install plugs in, or tape over the opened discharge line fitting and the condenser inlet port.
