Honda Accord: A/C Condenser Replacemen
1. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling charging station (see page 21-80).
2. Remove the front grille cover (see page 20-274).
3. Remove the intake air duct and the water separator (see page 10-13).
4. Remove the clips (A) and the duct (B). Remove the bolts and the radiator upper mount brackets (C).
5. Remove the bolt, then disconnect the receiver pipe (A) from the A/C condenser.
6. Remove the bolt, then disconnect the discharge hose (A) from the A/C condenser.
7. Remove the coolant reservoir (A).
8. Remove the bolts, then remove the A/C condenser upper mount brackets (B). Remove the A/C condenser (C) by lifting it up. Be careful not to damage the radiator or condenser fins when removing the A/C condenser.
9. 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-OIL8) (see page 21-6).
• 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.
• Be careful not to damage the radiator or the A/C condenser fins when installing the A/C condenser.
• Charge the system (see page 21-81).
A/C Compressor Relief Valve Replacement
1. Recover the refrigerant with a recovery/recycling/charging station (see page 21-80). 2. Raise the vehicle on a lift. 3. Remove the relief valve (A) and the O-ring (B). Plug the opening to k ...Receiver/Dryer Desiccant Replacement
NOTE: Install the receiver/dryer as quickly as possible to prevent the system from absorbing moisture from the air. 1. Remove the A/C condenser (see page 21 -77). 2. Remove the bolts from the ...See also:
HFL Switch Removal/Installation
1. Remove the steering wheel (see page 17-6).
2. Remove the HFL switch (see page 17-7).
3. Install the HFL switch in the reverse order of removal. ...
Disc Changer Error Messages (Models with navigation system)
The chart on the right explains the
error messages you may see in the
center display while playing a disc.
If you see an error message in the
center display while playing a disc,
press the ej ...
Maintenance Main Items
If message "SERVICE" does not appear more than 12 months after the display is
reset change the engine oil every year.
NOTE:
- Independent of the maintenance messages in the smart maint ...