E 150 1/2 Ton Van V6-4.2L VIN 2 (1997)
Accumulator HVAC: Service and Repair
Auxiliary A/C and Heater System
REMOVAL
1. Recover the refrigerant. See: Service and Repair/Refrigerant Recovery
NOTE: Cap or plug all open refrigerant line fittings to prevent entry of dirt and moisture.
2. Remove the battery.
WARNING: TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE INJURY, THE AIR BAG SYSTEM BACKUP POWER
SUPPLY MUST BE DEPLETED BEFORE REPAIRING ANY CLIMATE CONTROL COMPONENTS. TO DEPLETE THE BACKUP
POWER SUPPLY, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY TO STARTER CABLE AND WAIT ONE MINUTE.
3. Remove the battery tray.
a. Remove the screws.
b. Remove the battery tray.
4. Disconnect the evaporator discharge line.
Note: Use a wrench on each side of the fitting to prevent damage to the A/C fitting.
5. Disconnect the auxiliary evaporator to compressor tube spring lock coupling.