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Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Bolts Top Of Condenser To Radiator
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  1. Add the specified amount of PAG oil to the condenser. Refer to REFRIGERANT SYSTEM CAPACITIES .
  2. Inspect the radiator to condenser seals for the proper position.
  3. Install the condenser to the lower retention clips on the radiator.
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  4. Install the bolts to retain the top of the condenser to the radiator.

    Tightening torque 

    Tighten the bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in). 

    Fig 2: Identifying CRFM Bracket Bolts From Radiator Support
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  5. Install the CRFM brackets to the vehicle.
  6. Install the CRFM bracket bolts to the radiator support.

    Tightening torque 

    Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft). 

    Fig 3: Identifying Sealing Washer
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  7. Remove the protective cap from the compressor hose.
  8. Install a new sealing washer to the compressor hose. Refer to SEALING WASHER REPLACEMENT .
  9. Install the compressor hose to the condenser.
  10. Install compressor hose nut to the condenser.

    Tightening torque 

    Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft). 

    Fig 4: Identifying Liquid Line Nut To Condenser
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  11. Install a new seal washer to the liquid line. Refer to SEALING WASHER REPLACEMENT .
  12. Install the liquid line to the condenser.
  13. Install the liquid line nut to the condenser.

    Tightening torque 

    Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft). 

    Fig 5: Identifying CRFM Closeout Panel
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  14. Install the CRFM closeout panel.
    Fig 6: Identifying Battery Box Air Duct
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  15. Install the battery box air duct.
  16. Install the front fascia. Refer to FRONT BUMPER FASCIA REPLACEMENT .
  17. Evacuate and charge the A/C system. Refer to REFRIGERANT RECOVERY AND RECHARGING .
  18. Test the affected A/C joints leaks using J 39400-A.