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Replacement

1. | Remove the condenser, and then remove the bottom cap (B) with L wrench (A) from the condenser.

Tightening torque :
20~25N.m (2.0~2.5kgf.m, 14.5~18.2lb-ft)

2. | Remove the desiccant (A) from condenser using a long nose plier. Check for crumbled desiccant and clogged bottom cap filter.

3. | Apply air conditioning compressor oil along the O-rings and threads of the new bottom cap.

4. | Insert the new desiccant into the receiver drier tank. The desiccant must be sealed in vacuum before it is exposed to air for use.

5. | Install the new bottom cap to the condenser.

- | Always replace the desiccant and bottom cap at the same time.

- | Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before installing them. Be sure to use the right O-rings for R-134a to avoid leakage.

- | Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser fins when installing the condenser.

- | Be sure to install the lower mount cushions of condenser securely into the holes.

- | Charge the system, and test its performance.