Freestar V6-4.2L VIN 2 (2004)
The A/C refrigerant line peanut fittings are sometimes used in place of spring lock couplings or tube-O fittings.
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The male and female blocks of the peanut fitting are retained with a nut.
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An O-ring seal is installed around the tube on the male block.
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Support the female fitting with a wrench to prevent twisting of the tubes.
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When correctly assembled the male and female fittings should be flush.
TUBE O-FITTING
Tube O-Fitting
When disconnecting or connecting tube O-fittings, observe the following.
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The male and female portions of the fitting are retained with a nut.
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Support the female fitting with a wrench to prevent twisting of the tubes when disconnecting.
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An O-ring seal is installed around the tube on the male side of the fitting.
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Use only the O-ring seal listed in the Ford Master Parts Catalog.
