Q: How to remove and reinstall an air conditioning condenser on Ford F-250?
A: Have the air conditioning system discharged. Drain the cooling system. Remove the upper radiator hose. Disconnect the refrigerant lines from the condenser. Some models may use wrench type fittings and others may use a quick-connect spring lock coupling. On wrench fittings use a back-up wrench to prevent twisting of the hard lines. A spring lock coupling tool will be required on quick connect type fittings. Plug the lines to keep dirt and moisture out. Remove the two lower screws attaching the condenser to the front radiator supports. Remove the two upper radiator attaching screws and tilt the top of the radiator rearwards to gain access to the two top condenser attaching screws. Remove the attaching screws and lift the condenser out of the vehicle. If the original condenser will be reinstalled, store it with the line fittings on top to prevent oil from draining out. If a new condenser is being installed pour one ounce of refrigerant oil into it prior to installation. Reinstall the components in the reverse order of removal. Have the system evacuated, recharged and leak tested by the shop that discharged it.