E 150 1/2 Ton Van V6-4.2L VIN 2 (1997)
Compressor Fitting HVAC: Service and Repair
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. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
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 engine air cleaner and the air cleaner outlet tube.
4. Disconnect the A/C pressure cut-off switch electrical connector.