| Removal and Installation Removal | | -
Remove the front bumper cover. For additional information, refer toSection 501-19 Bumpers. | | | -
CAUTION:Plug all ports to prevent contamination from dirt or moisture. Remove the nut from the A/C manifold and tube to A/C condenser core air conditioning line (peanut) fitting. | | | -
Remove the nuts from the A/C manifold and tube mounting bracket. | | | -
CAUTION:Plug all ports to prevent contamination from dirt or moisture. Disconnect the A/C manifold and tube assembly. - Remove the nut from the A/C manifold and tube air conditioning line (peanut) fitting.
- Disconnect the A/C manifold and tube pin-type retainer.
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CAUTION:Plug all ports to prevent contamination from dirt or moisture. CAUTION:Use a wrench on each side of the fitting to prevent damage to the A/C fitting. Disconnect the A/C manifold and tube from the suction accumulator. | | | -
Remove the nut and remove the A/C manifold and tube line. | | | -
Remove the RH splash shield. | | | -
If equipped, disconnect the engine block heater electrical connector. | | | -
Disconnect the A/C clutch field coil electrical connector. | | | -
CAUTION:Plug all ports to prevent contamination from dirt or moisture. NOTE:2.0L Zetec engine shown, 3.0L (4V) engine similar. Remove the A/C manifold and tube assembly bolt. | | | -
Remove the A/C manifold and tube assembly through the bottom of the vehicle. | | | -
To install, reverse the removal procedure. - Lubricate the O-ring seals with PAG Compressor Oil YN-12-C or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSH-M1C231-B.
- Apply Pipe Sealant with Teflon® D8AZ-19554-A or equivalent meeting Ford specifications WSK-M2G350-A2 and ESR-M18P7-A to the threads of the A/C manifold retaining bolt.
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