Overview - Condenser

NOTE:

For A/C systems with refrigerant R1234yf, the desiccant bag/dryer cartridge must be replaced each time the refrigerant circuit is opened. Refer to COMPONENTS, REPLACING .

Under certain conditions, the desiccant bag no longer needs to be replaced each time the refrigerant circuit is opened on A/C systems with refrigerant R134a. Refer to the appropriate service information .

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Condenser
- There are different versions. Refer to the Parts Information.
- Removing and Installing. Refer to CONDENSER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
Cap
- Replace if damaged
- There are different versions. Refer to the Parts Information.
Seals
- Replace after removing
- There are different versions. Refer to the Parts Information.
- Coat with refrigerant oil before installing.
Desiccant Bag
- There are different versions. Refer to the Parts Information.
- Removing and Installing:
  - Keihin condenser. Refer to DESICCANT BAG/DRYER CARTRIDGE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
Screen/Filter
Seal
- Replace after removing
- There are different versions. Refer to the Parts Information.
- Coat with refrigerant oil before installing.
Refrigerant Line
Bolt
- 8 Nm
Seal
- Replace after removing
- There are different versions. Refer to the Parts Information.
- Coat with refrigerant oil before installing.
Refrigerant Line
Bolt
- 8 Nm
Bracket
- For the refrigerant lines