Hyundai Tucson: Air Conditioning System / Condenser Repair procedures
| 1. |
Check the condenser fins for clogging and damage. If clogged,
clean them with water, and blow them with compressed air. If bent,
gently bend them using a screwdriver or pliers. |
| 2. |
Check the condenser connections for leakage, and repair or replace it, if required.
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| 1. |
Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/ recycling/ charging station . |
| 2. |
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. |
| 3. |
Remove the front bumper.
(Refer to BD group - Front Bumper) |
| 4. |
Remove the discharge line and liquid line (A) from the condenser and then disconnect the condenser side cover (B). 
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| 5. |
Remove the condenser (A) from radiator. 
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| 6. |
Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items :
| A. |
If you're installing a new condenser, add refrigerant oil ND-OIL8. |
| B. |
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. |
| C. |
Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser fins when installing the condenser. |
| D. |
Be sure to install the lower mount cushions of condenser securely into the holes. |
| E. |
Charge the system, and test its performance. |
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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 ~ 25 N.m (2.0 ~ 2.5 kgf.m, 14.5 ~ 18.2 lb-ft)
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