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2002 Honda Civic Si

A/C Condenser Replacement

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION A/C Condenser Replacement
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  1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio and the navigation system, then write down the XM radio channel presets.
  2. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling charging station (see REFRIGERANT RECOVERY  ).
  3. Remove the front grille cover (see FRONT GRILLE COVER REPLACEMENT ).
  4. Remove the bolt, then disconnect the receiver line (A) from the A/C condenser.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Receiver Line From A/C Condenser
    G03706385Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Remove the bolts, then disconnect the discharge line (A) from the A/C condenser.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Discharge Line From A/C Condenser
    G03706386Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Remove the bolts and the A/C condenser upper mount brackets (A).
    Fig 3: Removing A/C Condenser Upper Mount Brackets
    G03706387Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Remove the A/C condenser (A) by lifting it up. Be careful not to damage the radiator and A/C condenser fins when removing the A/C condenser.
    Fig 4: Removing A/C Condenser
    G03706388Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Install the A/C condenser in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • If you're installing a new A/C condenser, add refrigerant oil (DENSO ND-OIL 8) (see A/C SERVICE TIPS AND PRECAUTIONS  ).
    • 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 absorption.
    • 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.
    • Charge the system (see SYSTEM CHARGING  ).
    • Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio and navigation system, then enter the customer's XM radio channel presets.
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