Expedition 4WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (1997)
Hose/Line HVAC: Service and Repair
A/C Auxiliary Evaporator Hoses
Outlet Tube - (5/8 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 outlet tube from the underbody line.
1. Remove the nut.
2. Remove the line.
4. Remove the auxiliary A/C line 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.
7. Remove the four tube brackets.
1. Remove the nuts.
2. Remove the bracket by inserting a screw driver in the bracket slot and twisting.
