Escape 2WD L4-2.3L VIN Z (2005)
Accumulator HVAC: Service and Repair
SUCTION ACCUMULATOR
Removal and Installation
NOTE: Installation of a new suction accumulator is not required when repairing the air conditioning (A/C) system except when there is physical
evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the suction accumulator.
1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. Disconnect the A/C cycling switch electrical connector.
3. Disconnect the evaporator core outlet tube spring lock coupling and the A/C compressor manifold and tube spring lock coupling.
4. Remove the 2 suction accumulator bracket nuts.
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To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
5. NOTE: New O-ring seals lubricated with clean mineral oil must be installed before connecting any A/C fitting which has been disconnected.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of PAG oil.
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Evacuate, leak test, and charge the refrigerant system.
