Kia Sportage: 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 upper cover (A).
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| 4. |
Remove the discharge line and liquid line (A) from the condenser.
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| 5. |
Remove the intercooler cover (A).
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| 6. |
Remove the condenser side cover (A).
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| 7. |
Remove the condenser (A) from radiator.
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| 8. |
Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items :
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Condenser: Components and Components Location
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Inspection
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.
Disconnect the PCSV connector.
3.
Measure resistance between the PCSV terminals 1 and 2.
4.
Check that the resistance is within the speci ...