Suburban 2WD V8-5.3L (2008)
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
Condenser Replacement
Tools Required
J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
Removal Procedure
1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
2. Remove upper tie bar bolts (1). Access the bolts from the rear of the upper radiator support.
3. Remove the compressor discharge hose assembly bolt from the condenser.
4. Disconnect the compressor discharge hose assembly from the condenser.
5. Remove the evaporator tube nut from the condenser.
6. Disconnect the evaporator tube from the condenser.
7. Remove the insulator retainer bolts and the upper insulator retainers.
8. Remove the condenser from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
Important: If replacing the condenser, add the refrigerant oil to the condenser. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities for system
capacity information.
1. Install the condenser to the vehicle.