OEM 2001 Toyota RAV4 A/C Condenser

2001 Toyota RAV4 Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the A/C Condenser on 2001 Toyota RAV4?

  A: The first step to work on an HVAC condenser involves proper refrigerant draining from the refrigeration system. First detach the front bumper followed by taking out the liquid tube and discharge tube by unscrewing both tubes and their 2 bolts while immediately putting caps on the exposed fittings to stop moisture entry. You must first remove the condenser by grasping it above while distributing equal torque to the 2 bolts to avoid radiator and condenser harm. During installation you should reinstall the condenser using 2 bolts which require a torque of 7.35 N.m before carefully checking that no damage happened to components. Place new O-rings into the compression oil before installing them with the two bolts to secure the liquid tube and discharge tube. Tighten the bolts to 5.4 N.m (55 kg.cm, 48 in.lb). When replacing the condenser users should apply 40 cc (1.4 fl.oz.) of ND-OIL 8 or equivalent compressor oil into the compressor. Evacuate the refrigeration system completely before filling it with the specified amount of refrigerant which should be within 500 plus or minus 50 g (17.64 plus or minus 1.76 oz.) while searching for any possible refrigerant leakages.