Discovery I (LJ) V8-4.0L (1996)
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
Remove
1. Disconnect battery negative lead.
WARNING: Wear eye and hand protection when disconnecting components containing refrigerant. Plug all exposed connections immediately.
2. Recover refrigerant from system. See: Service and Repair
3. Remove front grille panel.
4. Remove battery.
5. Remove radiator and oil coolers assembly.
6. Disconnect high and low pressure pipes at condenser unions.
7. Discard 'O' ring seal from each union.
8. Remove 2 bolts securing condenser to body.
9. Pull condenser into radiator area.
10. Disconnect multiplug from each fan lead.
11. Remove condenser assembly. Do not carry out further dismantling if component is removed for access only. Blank off inlet and outlet ports.
12. Disconnect receiver/drier pipes at condenser unions.