OEM Toyota MR2 Spyder A/C Condenser

Toyota MR2 Spyder A/C Condenser Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Condenser
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  Q: How to remove and install an A/C Condenser in a refrigeration system on Toyota MR2 Spyder?

  A: The first step to remove the condenser requires removal of the luggage compartment trim box cover and tool box assembly alongside refrigerant discharge from the refrigeration system. The removal process starts with disconnecting the Radiator assembly through unfastening 2 nuts as well as 2 bolts and 2 spare wheel carrier extensions before moving onto removing the 4 bolts and 2 radiator upper supports. Start by lifting the radiator right side while extracting the bush from its bottom side concave before moving the bush backwards. The removal process starts by taking out the liquid tube and discharge tube by unfastening 4 screws on the RH and LH radiator grilles, then removing 2 bolts from both tubes and ensuring immediate capped fittings to prevent system moisture infiltration. Remove the condenser with two bolts while turning it before pulling up half of it and then pulling it up at an angle while being cautious to avoid damaging both components. Installation requires tilting the condenser followed by entering half of it while rotating it into position before setting it in front of the radiator. Use 2 bolts to secure the condenser while torquing them to 8.8 N.m (90 kgf.cm, 78 in.lbf). The next step involves removing the caps from both the liquid and discharge tubes while you oil two new O-rings. Then install these tubes with two bolts receiving a torque of 9.8 N.m (100 kgf.cm, 87 in.lbf). When replacing the condenser the technician should add 40 cc (1.4 fl.oz.) of ND-OIL 8 or an equivalent compressor oil to the compressor system. Secure the 4 screws into the RH and LH radiator grills in their installation position. To install the radiator assembly start by lifting the right side before attaching the bottom-side bush to the concave surface while moving the assembly forward and adding 2 radiator supports and 2 spare wheel extensions through 4 bolts and 2 nuts before torquing all fasteners to 8 N.m (82 kgf.cm, 70 in.lbf). The system needs charging by using an air evacuation process to prepare it for a refrigerant intake of 500 plus or minus 30 g (17.64 plus or minus 1.06 oz.) while checking for leaks. Conclude the installation with assembly of the tool box while fitting the luggage compartment trim box cover.