Condenser technology has evolved dramatically over the past 10-15 years. Designs have changed from a "tube and fin" design to a "micro" tube design which has shown to improve airflow efficiency. Four Seasons® employs the latest technology developments from the O.E., including micro and mini-micro-extruded tubes. These two tube configurations cannot be interchanged, therefore, FourSeasons condensers accommodate the design to replace the O.E. unit without any guessing.
Brackets are ribbed to increase strength and rigidity for mounting and component support.
All integral oil coolers are designed with rectangular tubes to precisely match the O.E. configuration in terms of form, fit and function. (Condenser tubes should never be used in the oil cooler section, nor should oil cooler tubes be used in the condenser section.)
Condenser side members are "U" shaped to increase rigidity and protection against fin damage from excessive stress.
Installation Tips
Old Refrigerant must be removed from the system in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
Replace the A/C System O-Rings / Seals connected to the A/C Condenser to prevent a Refrigerant leak.
If the new A/C Condenser does not have an integrated drier, replace the A/C Receiver Drier / Accumulator as well. After opening your A/C System, this part becomes saturated with moisture and needs to be replaced.
After installing the new A/C Condenser, evacuate the system for at least 45 minutes to remove any moisture. Make sure it holds vacuum for at least 5 minutes. If it does not, you may have a leak in the system. Find the leaking component and repair or replace it.
Recharge the system with the correct amount and type of Refrigerant as specified in your Owner's Manual.
Installation Tips