Expedition 2WD V8-281 4.6L VIN W EFI (1997)
15. Install the grommet tube seal and retainer.
NOTE: Insure that the tubes are entering through the center of the floor opening and that the retainer locating marks are positioned correctly.
16. Install the quarter trim access panel.
17. Evacuate and charge the A/C system. See: Heating and Air Conditioning/Service and Repair/Evacuation
18. Install the spare tire.
Inlet Tube - (3/8 In)
REMOVAL
1. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system. See: Heating and Air Conditioning/Service and Repair/Refrigerant Recovery
2. Remove the quarter trim panel access cover.
3. Disconnect the inlet tube from the underbody line.
1. Remove the nut.
2. Remove the line.
4. Remove the auxiliary A/C lines grommet retainer.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the retainer.
5. Remove the spare tire.
6. Raise and support the vehicle.
WARNING: THE ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM MUST BE SHUT OFF PRIOR TO HOISTING,
JACKING OR TOWING AN AIR SUSPENSION VEHICLE. THIS CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED BY TURNING OFF THE AIR
SUSPENSION SWITCH LOCATED IN THE RH KICK PANEL AREA. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN UNEXPECTED
INFLATION OR DEFLATION OF THE AIR SPRINGS WHICH MAY RESULT IN SHIFTING OF THE VEHICLE DURING THESE
OPERATIONS.
