Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement

2016 Chevrolet Impala LT, 2.5L Eng VIN A, GasSECTION Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement
Fig 1: Air Conditioning Condenser
GM3229961Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
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Preliminary Procedures

  1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and RechargingΒ .
  2. Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
  3. Remove the radiator air upper baffle and deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Upper Baffle and Deflector Replacement (LFX) and Radiator Air Upper Baffle and Deflector Replacement (LCV) .
  4. Remove the left and right radiator air side baffle and deflectors. Refer to Radiator Air Side Baffle and Deflector Replacement (Left) and Radiator Air Side Baffle and Deflector Replacement (Right) .
  5. Remove the air conditioning compressor hose from the condenser. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Hose Replacement (LFR/LFX)Β  and Air Conditioning Compressor Hose Replacement (LCV)Β .
  6. Remove the air conditioning evaporator hose. Refer to Air Conditioning Evaporator Hose Assembly Replacement (LFR, LFX)Β  and Air Conditioning Evaporator Hose Assembly Replacement (LCV)Β .
1 Air Conditioning Condenser

Procedure

  1. Disconnect the refrigerant pressure sensor electrical connector.
  2. Lift the condenser off the retainers on the radiator.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.