Passport EX 4WD V6-3165cc 3.2L DOHC MFI (2001)
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
Condenser Assembly and Associated Parts
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Discharge and recover refrigerant.
3. Remove radiator grille.
4. Remove engine hood front end stay.
5. Remove engine hood lock.
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Apply setting mark to the engine hood lock fixing position before removing it.
6. Disconnect pressure switch connector.
7. Disconnect refrigerant line.
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When removing the line connector, the connecting pant should immediately be plugged or capped to prevent foreign matter from being mixed
into the line.
8. Remove condenser assembly.
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Handle with care to prevent damaging the condenser or radiator fin.
Installation
1. Install condenser assembly.
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If installing a new condenser, be sure to add 30cc (1.0 fl. oz.) of new compressor oil to a new one.
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Tighten the condenser fixing bolts to the specified torque.
Torque: 6 N.m (52 lb in)
2. Connect refrigerant line.
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Tighten the inlet line connector fixing bolt to the specified torque.
Torque: 15 N.m (11 lb.ft)
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Tighten the outlet line connector fixing bolt to the specified torque.
Torque: 6 N.m (52 lb in)
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O-ring cannot be reused. Always replace with new ones.