I was wondering if I needed to remove the bumper cover to R&R the A/C condenser. If I don't have to, would it make the job a lot easier?

 

Removing the bumper cover isn't that hard. It took me about 30 minutes with no instructions. 3 screws in each wheel well (the most time consuming part of this process), remove the headlights and sidemarkers and the 4 screws on top and it should come off IIRC.

 

On the screws on the inside of the wheel wells .... cut your wheels it'll give you more room to fit a cordless screw driver ...

 

I'm just wondering if removing the bumper cover is necessary to replace the condenser.

 

probably not necessary, but I'm sure it will be easier.

 

lol save urself the time and effort.
you tilt the rad back just remove top mounts and PRESTO!!!

 

yeah i did that and when i tried taking off the discharge hose, the bolt head broke off. apparently the bolt decided to fuse with the line so i have to get a new one... not too happy about that