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Condenser Overview

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Fig 1: Identifying Condenser Components Overview
GWWM87-10025Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
  1. Radiator
  2. Condenser with Dryer Cartridge
    • Condenser, removing and installing. Refer to CONDENSER .
    • Dryer cartridge, removing and installing. Refer to DRYER CARTRIDGE .
  3. Bolts
    • Securing the condenser to the coolant cooler or the charge air cooler
    • Tightening specification 5 Nm
  4. Dryer Cartridge
  5. Grille
    • Protects the condenser from the stone chips and debris
  6. Clip
    • Clip for the protective grate
    • Quantity: 8
  7. Bolts
    • Refrigerant line connections to the condenser
    • Tightening specification 12 Nm
  8. Refrigerant Line
    • High pressure line
  9. Refrigerant Line
    • Low pressure line