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# CONDENSER (for 2KD-FTV) > REMOVAL

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1. DISCHARGE REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

1. Start up the engine.

1. A/C switch is ON.

1. Operate the cooler compressor with an engine speed of approximately 1,000 rpm for 5 to 6 minutes to circulate the refrigerant and collect the compressor oil remaining in each component into the cooler compressor.

1. Stop the engine.

1. Using SST, discharge the refrigerant gas.

   SST
     07110-58060 (07117-58060, 07117-58070, 07117-58080, 07117-58090, 07117-78050, 07117-88060, 07117-88070, 07117-88080)

2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

CAUTION:

  Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.

3. REMOVE RADIATOR GRILLE

1. Using a clip remover, remove the 2 clips.

1. Remove the 2 screws.

1. Pull the radiator grille in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration to detach the 5 claws and remove the radiator grille.

4. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER COVER

1. Using a clip remover, remove the 9 clips.

1. Put protective tape under the front fender.

1. Detach the 4 claws and remove the bumper cover.

5. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER REINFORCEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY

1. Remove the 4 nuts and reinforcement.

6. DISCONNECT NO. 1 COOLER REFRIGERANT DISCHARGE HOSE

1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the discharge hose from the cooler condenser.

1. Remove the O-ring from the discharge hose.

   NOTICE:
     Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.

7. DISCONNECT AIR CONDITIONING TUBE AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY

1. Remove the bolt and disconnect the A/C tube from the cooler condenser.

1. Remove the O-ring from the A/C tube.

   NOTICE:
     Seal the openings of the disconnected parts using vinyl tape to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.

8. REMOVE HOOD LOCK ASSEMBLY

1. Remove the 3 bolts and hood lock.

9. REMOVE RADIATOR SUPPORT SUB-ASSEMBLY UPPER

1. Remove the 6 bolts and radiator support.

10. REMOVE COOLER CONDENSER ASSEMBLY

1. Remove the cooler condenser.