If replacing the condenser due to damage, the accumulator should also be replaced if the condenser had been damaged for a significant length of time. Begin by having the air conditioning system discharged by a dealer service department or an automotive air conditioning shop. For models from 2004 to 2008, remove the radiator cover, transmission oil cooler (wrapping it in a towel to prevent damage), hood latch bracket, and flexible air deflector on the right side of the condenser. Disconnect the refrigerant inlet and outlet lines from the condenser, ensuring to plug or cap all open line fittings to prevent dirt or contamination. Remove the condenser mounting bracket bolts and carefully extract the condenser, moving it forward to clear the lines through the radiator support. If installing a new condenser, pour two ounces of the appropriate refrigerant oil into it before positioning it correctly in the lower mounts. Coat new O-rings with refrigerant oil before reconnecting the refrigerant lines and securely tighten the fittings and mounting bolts. The installation process is the reverse of removal, and the system should be evacuated, recharged, and leak tested by the shop that discharged it. For models from 2009 and later, remove the pin-type retainers and upper sight shield, side air deflector-to-headlight panels, and side deflector from the condenser bracket. Remove the horn assembly, junction bracket bolts, and radiator lower air deflector. Disconnect the refrigerant inlet fitting bolt and outlet fitting nut, discarding the O-ring and gasket seals, while ensuring to plug or cap all open line fittings. Remove the ambient temperature sensor retainer, hood latch cable retainer, power steering cooler line clip, and transmission cooler line retainers. Loosen the transmission cooler line clamps and disconnect the cooler lines, followed by removing the radiator bolts and cooling fan shroud bolts. Release the power steering cooler hose clamps and disconnect the hoses from the condenser core, then release the lower retaining clips. Carefully move the radiator core slightly toward the rear and remove the condenser by pulling it out. If installing a new condenser, pour two ounces of appropriate refrigerant oil into it before ensuring it is seated correctly and that the lower retaining clips are secure. Install new O-rings and gasket seals coated with refrigerant oil before tightening the bolts and nuts securely. The installation process is otherwise the reverse of removal, and the system should be evacuated, recharged, and leak tested by the shop that discharged it.
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