Aztek AWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2004)
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
CONDENSER REPLACEMENT
TOOLS REQUIRED
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J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers
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J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Cooling System.
3. Remove the cooling fans with the cooling fan shroud.
4. Reposition the radiator outlet hose clamp at the water pump housing using the J 38185.
5. Disconnect the radiator outlet hose from the water pump housing.
6. Reposition the radiator outlet hose clamp at the radiator using the J 38185.
7. Disconnect the radiator outlet hose from the radiator.
8. Remove the radiator outlet hose.
9. Disconnect the lower TOC line from the radiator.
10. Remove the A/C discharge hose nut from the condenser block.
11. Disconnect the A/C discharge hose from the condenser block.
IMPORTANT: Cap or tape off the open A/C refrigerant components immediately to prevent system contamination.
12. Cap or tape off the A/C discharge hose.
