Condenser, removing and installing
Note. The connection of the refrigerant lines differs, depending on engine type. The construction of the accumulator differs, depending on model year and engine type. Keep accumulator closed as long as possible; do not remove caps until just before installing. The accumulator contains a desiccant which will become saturated with moisture in a short time if accumulator is left open. This makes the accumulator unusable.
- Discharge A/C refrigerant system. See «A/C REFRIGERANT SYSTEM (R-134A), DISCHARGING»(/audi/s6/c5-1999-2004/remont/automatic-hvac-system/#air-conditioning__ac-refrigerant-system-r-134a-discharging) .
- Remove front bumper completely See «BUMPER»(/audi/s6/c5-1999-2004/remont/exterior-body-panels/#bumper) .
- Bring bumper into service position if necessary. See «LOCK CARRIER, SERVICE POSITION»(/audi/s6/c5-1999-2004/remont/exterior-body-panels/#body-front__lock-carrier-service-position) .
- Remove charge air cooler or the secondary air injection pump. See appropriate EXHAUST SYSTEM, EMISSION CONTROLS article.