Condenser, Removing And Installing: Installing
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-- Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:
-- If the condenser is replaced, 10 % of the total capacity of refrigerant oil must be filled in the installed A/C compressor in the refrigerant circuit. Refer to REFRIGERANT OIL CAPACITIES .
-- Coat the new seals with refrigerant oil before installing the refrigerant line.
CAUTION:
There is a risk of damaging the A/C compressor if the refrigerant circuit is empty.
- Never start the engine with the refrigerant circuit empty.
-- Fill the refrigerant circuit. Refer to REFRIGERANT CIRCUIT, CHARGING .
-- Perform the leak test on the closed line connections of the refrigerant circuit. Refer to LEAKS, FINDING .