Five Hundred 2WD V6-3.0L VIN 1 (2006)
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
CONDENSER CORE
Removal and Installation
NOTE: Installation of a new receiver/drier is not required when repairing the air conditioning system except when there is physical evidence of system
contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the receiver/drier.
1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL position it on a hoist.
3. Remove the radiator grille.
4. Remove the bolt and position the horn assembly aside.
5. Remove the condenser outlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
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Discard the O-ring seal.
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To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
6. Remove the condenser inlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
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Discard the O-ring seal.
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To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
7. Remove the 4 radiator air deflector pin-type retainers.
8. Remove the 2 radiator air deflector stud retainers.
9. Remove the 2 condenser mounting studs.
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To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).