Murano FWD V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2004)
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation of Condenser
REMOVAL
1. Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFC-134a) to discharge the refrigerant.
2. Remove air duct (inlet).
3. Remove engine undercover, using power tools.
4. Drain engine coolant.
5. Remove cooling fan shroud after removing radiator upper hose.
6. Disconnect high-pressure flexible hose and high-pressure pipe 1.
CAUTION: Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
7. Remove radiator upper mount, move radiator and condenser to the engine side.
8. Remove mounting bolts for condenser, then remove condenser.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the core surface of the condenser and the radiator.
INSTALLATION
Installation is basically the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
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Replace O-rings for A/C piping with new ones, then apply compressor oil to it when installing it.
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When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.