Ranger 2WD V6-245 4.0L VIN X SFI (1997)
Compressor Fitting HVAC: Service and Repair
NOTE: Two different O-ring seals are used on the A/C manifold and tube and they are not interchangeable. One is black and is used with aluminum
manifolds. The other O-ring seal is red and is used with brazed steel manifolds. Either O-ring seal must be replaced with one of the same color.
REMOVAL
1. Recover refrigerant from system. Observe all safety precautions. See: Service and Repair/Refrigerant Recovery
2. Remove manifold attaching bolt.
3. Disconnect pressure cutoff switch connector.
4. Remove A/C tube lock coupling clips at the condenser tube and at the suction accumulator/drier. Disconnect spring lock coupling at these two
locations.
5. Remove the A/C manifold and tube.
INSTALLATION
1. Position the A/C manifold and tube.
2. Connect the spring lock couplings.
3. Connect the pressure cutoff switch connector.
4. Lubricate new O-ring seals with clean refrigerant oil and position them in O-ring seal grooves of manifold. Use only the O-ring seals specified for
the type of manifold being used.
5. Apply Pipe Sealant with Teflon D8AZ-19554-A or equivalent meeting Ford specifications WSK-M2G350-A2 and ESR-M18P7-A to threads of
manifold retaining bolt.
6. Position manifold with O-ring seals to A/C compressor. Install retaining bolt and tighten to 17-23 Nm (12.5-17.0 lb-ft).
NOTE: When replacing an A/C compressor, use original manifold bolt from removed A/C compressor to attach A/C manifold and tube to new
A/C compressor. DO NOT USE THE SHIPPING CAP BOLTS.
7. Leak test, evacuate, and charge system following recommended procedures. Observe all safety precautions. See: Service and Repair
