F 150 2WD Pickup V8-46L VIN W (2006) | HVAC Accumulator service and repair
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 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. Remove the powertrain control module (PCM).
3. Remove the battery and battery tray.
4. Remove the PCM bracket.
1
Remove the 3 PCM bracket bolts.
2
Remove the PCM bracket.
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To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
5. Remove the suction accumulator outlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
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Discard the O-ring seal.
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To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
6. Disconnect the suction accumulator inlet fitting.
