OEM 2007 Cadillac XLR A/C Condenser

2007 Cadillac XLR Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the A/C Condenser in a system on 2007 Cadillac XLR?

  A: Start by using j 39400-a halogen leak detector for leak detection before proceeding to condenser replacement. The first process involves withdrawing refrigerant from the a/c system followed by upper radiator support removal. Remove the a/c compressor hose assembly to A/C Condenser fitting bolt right away and apply immediate caps or tape at the open a/c components to stop contamination. Because the A/C Condenser fitting no longer needs its seal washer the compressor hose assembly requires detachment. After taking off the seal washer you must cap or tape the a/c compressor hose assembly. Perform the following steps: support the vehicle, extract the front evaporator inlet line bolt from the A/C Condenser while disconnecting the line and discarding the washer before capping or taping the line. Lower your vehicle while removing lh radiator air baffle upper retainer pin and rh radiator air baffle upper retainer pin by carefully pushing forward on the air baffle to achieve extra clearance. Release the condenser tabs from their slots by raising it along the radiator then carefully pull out the condenser from the vehicle. To replace a condenser add pag oil according to specification before positioning the new condenser into the radiator. Then secure the tabs into the radiator slots. First remove caps or tape from the front evaporator inlet line then install a new seal washer before connecting the line to the A/C Condenser where front evaporator inlet line bolt needs a torque setting of 16 n.m (12 lb ft). The a/c compressor hose assembly requires you to lower the vehicle while you remove the cap or tape before installing a new seal washer then connecting the hose to the condenser unit with the correct bolt tightened to 16 n.m (12 lb ft). The last steps include putting back the upper radiator support while performing a/c system evacuations and recharges followed by checking fittings with the halogen leak detector (J 39400-A).