Stock XJ Cherokee Tech. All XJ Non-modified/stock questions go here XJ (84-01)
All OEM related XJ specific tech. Examples, no start, general maintenance or anything that's stock.

How to remove AC condenser...

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Apr 20, 2012 | 12:12 AM
  #1  
NattyBoh's Avatar
Thread Starter
Senior Member
 
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 517
Likes: 0
Model: Cherokee
Default How to remove AC condenser...

Im doing a cooling swap/upgrade and I dont use my AC tomorrow. ( so hopefully I can get an answer by tomorrow morning) I was wondering what all entails on removing the AC? More specific the condenser. That damn thing hogs all the incoming air, and me not using it is a plus. So why not remove it? Is it under pressure? I dont even think there is anything left in it anyway. So, can I basically just remove the lines going to it and then worry about the rest later? Im still unsure whether Im going to do the AC OBA, alt. relocation or just delete the pulley.
Reply
Old Apr 20, 2012 | 12:59 AM
  #2  
Kuro89's Avatar
Senior Member
15 Year Member
 
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 917
Likes: 101
Default

Most likely still has refrigerant, it will have to be recovered since its it is illegal to release it into the air. You could pick up a set of harbor freight gauges for about $30 on sale
Edit: you could also see if a shop will check for free or a six pack
Reply
Old Apr 20, 2012 | 01:10 AM
  #3  
NattyBoh's Avatar
Thread Starter
Senior Member
 
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 517
Likes: 0
Model: Cherokee
Default

Okay, well with that being said. I'll hit up HF, why not... So after its removed, then what? Just disconnect from the condenser and then I can leave the rest for later right?
Reply
Old Apr 20, 2012 | 01:57 AM
  #4  
Kuro89's Avatar
Senior Member
15 Year Member
 
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 917
Likes: 101
Default

Pretty much, it will most likely drip oil
The hf gauges come with the quick connectors for auto applications
Edit: it would be easiest to make friends with somebody in the trade, they would do it some beer

Last edited by Kuro89; Apr 20, 2012 at 02:02 AM.
Reply
Old Apr 20, 2012 | 08:24 AM
  #5  
djb383's Avatar
CF Veteran
 
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 8,172
Likes: 17
From: The Republic of TEXAS
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L HO
Default

Once the refrigerant has been collected/de-pressurized, there are 4 "quick connects" (2 at firewall & 2 at passenger side of condenser) that separate when the clips are removed. U need the quick connect removal tool - get them at any auto parts store. 1 bolt that holds the hose manifold to the compressor needs to be removed. 4 bolts hold the compressor. My guess is the condenser comes out the front so the grill needs to be removed. Probably another clip, bracket, elec connector or 2 needs to be removed but that's basically it.
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
t.mcginley.jr
Jeep Builds
105
Jan 31, 2024 04:58 PM
scatgo
Stock XJ Cherokee Tech. All XJ Non-modified/stock questions go here
14
Mar 22, 2021 09:56 AM
ZJBeachRunnerGC
Stock Grand Cherokee Tech. All ZJ/WJ/WK Non-modified/stock questions go here!
18
Mar 10, 2021 05:52 PM
Rodney Knutson
Cherokee Chat
3
Sep 26, 2015 09:58 PM
Juan2387
Modified XJ Cherokee Tech
0
Sep 25, 2015 01:44 PM

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:48 AM.