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Instructions for Replacing the A/C Condenser

Model: Ford Mustang S197, MK 5 - Years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Part: Air conditioning

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Before lifting the vehicle on the ramp, open the cap of the coolant reservoir to allow the fluid to drain; then remove the lower plastic protections and unscrew the radiator drain plug to empty the cooling system. Next, access the engine compartment and remove the plastic cover from the grille.

Unscrew the fastening pins of the reservoir and move it without disconnecting the hoses (secure it with cable ties); proceed to remove the brackets securing the radiator to the grille and disconnect the hose from the radiator. It is also necessary to remove the air filter housing and its duct to complete the removal of the radiator assembly.

Then disconnect the various connectors and use the appropriate equipment to recover the gas from the air conditioning system. Move the radiator assembly away from the grille and remove the brackets that secure the condenser to the radiator; disconnect the pipes from the condenser and extract it from the engine compartment.

Install the new condenser by reversing the process, reinstall everything previously removed, refill the cooling system with the appropriate fluid, and the air conditioning system with the corresponding gas after performing and verifying the vacuum hold with the appropriate equipment.


Updated on 11 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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