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2003 Honda Civic HX, Standard

Condenser Replacement

2003 Honda Civic HX, StandardSECTION Condenser Replacement
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  1. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station (see REFRIGERANT RECOVERY ).
  2. Remove the front bumper.
  3. Remove the bolts, then disconnect the discharge line (A) and the condenser line (B) from the condenser. Plug or cap the lines immediately after disconnecting them to avoid moisture and dust contamination.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting The Discharge Line And The Condenser Line From The Condenser
    G01400641Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Remove the mounting bolts, then remove the condenser by lifting it up. Be careful not to damage the radiator or the condenser fins when removing the condenser.
    Fig 2: Removing The Condenser
    G01400642Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Install the condenser in the reverse order of removal, and note these items.
    • If you're installing a new condenser, add refrigerant oil (KEIHIN SP-10) (see A/C REFRIGERANT OIL REPLACEMENT ).
    • 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 correct O-rings for HFC-134a (R-134a) to avoid leakage.
    • Immediately after using the oil, reinstall the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorpition.
    • Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint. If the refrigerant oil contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.
    • Be careful not to damage the radiator or the condenser fins when installing the condenser.
    • Charge the system (see SYSTEM CHARGING ).
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