Expedition 4WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (1997)
6. Fit Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool to the condenser lines so that the spring lock coupling tool can enter the cage opening to release the
A/C tube lock coupling spring.
7. Push the tool into the cage opening to release the female fitting from the A/C tube lock coupling spring.
8. Pull the spring lock coupling fittings apart.
9. Remove the suction accumulator/drier.
10. Drain the oil from the removed suction accumulator/drier into a suitable measuring container. It may he necessary to drill one or two 12.7 mm
(1/2 inch) holes in the bottom of the old suction accumulator/drier to make sure that all the oil has drained out.
INSTALLATION
1. Add refrigerant oil.
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Use Motorcraft YN-12b Refrigerant Oil F2AZ-19577-AC or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSH-M1C231-B.
NOTE: Add the same amount of clean new refrigerant oil that was removed, plus 59 ml (two fluid ounces) to the new suction
accumulator/drier. Use only the oil specified for the vehicle being serviced.
2. Transfer the A/C cycling pressure switch to the new suction accumulator/drier.
3. Install new O-rings.
NOTE: Lubricate new O-ring seals liberally with clean Motorcraft YN-12b Refrigerant Oil F2AZ-19577-AC or equivalent meeting Ford
