Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2004)
Compressor Fitting HVAC: Service and Repair
COMPRESSOR MANIFOLD AND TUBE ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL
1. Prepare the vehicle for A/C manifold and tube removal.
1
Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2
Recover the refrigerant.
3
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
4
Remove the A/C compressor.
2. Disconnect the A/C pressure cut-off switch electrical connector.
3. Disconnect the A/C manifold and tube from the A/C condenser core. Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
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During installation, install a new O-ring seal lubricated with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) F7AZ-19589-DA (Motorcraft
YN-12-C) or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSH-M1C231-B.
4. Disconnect the A/C manifold and tube spring lock coupling.
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During installation, install new O-ring seals lubricated with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) F7AZ-19589-DA (Motorcraft
YN-12-C) or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSH-M1C231-B.
5. Raise and support the vehicle.
