Hyundai Elantra: Air Conditioning System / Condenser Repair procedures

Hyundai Elantra AD (2016-2020) Service Manual / Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning / Air Conditioning System / Condenser Repair procedures

Inspection

1.	Check the condenser fins for clogging and damage. If clogged, clean them with water, and blow them with compressed air. If bent, gently bend them using a screwdriver or pliers.

2.	Check the condenser connections for leakage, and repair or replace it, if required.

Replacement

1.	Recover the refrigerant with a recovery / recycling / charging station.

2.	Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

3.	Remove the front bumper. (Refer to Body - "Front Bumper Cover")

4.	Remove the hood latch assembly. (Refer to Body - "Front Wheel Guard")

5.	Loosen the mounting pin-type retainers and bolts, remove the side air guard (A). [LH] [RH]

6.	Loosen the mounting bolts and remove the air duct bracket (A).

7.	Loosen the mounting bolts and remove the radiator upper mounting bracket (A).

8.	Remove the condenser (A) from radiator.

To intall, reverse the removal procedure.

•	If you're installing a new condenser, add refrigerant oil.

•	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 right O-rings for R-134a to avoid leakage.

•	Be careful not to damage the radiator and condenser fins when installing the condenser.

•	Charge the system, and test its performance.

Condenser Components and Components Location

Components Location 1. Condenser ...

Receiver-Drier Repair procedures

Replacement 1. Remove the condenser. 2. Remove the cap (A) on the bottom of the condenser with a L wrench. Tightening torque : 9.81 ~ 14.71 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.5 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 10.8 lb-ft) ...

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Hyundai Elantra AD (2016-2020) Service Manual: Repair procedures
Refrigerant System Service Basics Refrigerant Recovery Use only service equipment that is U.L-listed and is certified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 to remove HFC-134a(R-134a) from the air conditioning system. • Air conditioning refrigerant or lubricant va ...

Hyundai Elantra AD (2016-2020) Service Manual: General Safety Information and Caution
Instructions When Handling Refrigerant 1. R-134a liquid refrigerant is highly volatile. A drop on the skin of your hand could result in localized frostbite. When handling the refrigerant, be sure to wear gloves. 2. It is standard practice to wear goggles or glasses to protect your ey ...