Ranger 4WD L4-2.3L VIN D (2002)
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
NOTE:
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If a condenser core leak is suspected, the condenser core must be leak-tested before it is removed from the vehicle.
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Replacement of the suction accumulator is not required when repairing the air conditioning system except when there is physical evidence of
system contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the suction accumulator.
1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube.
3. Disconnect the compressor manifold and tube assembly from the compressor to condenser discharge line.
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Discard the O-ring seal.
4. Disconnect the condenser to evaporator line from the condenser core.
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Discard the O-ring seal.
5. Disconnect the compressor to condenser discharge line from the condenser core.
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Discard the O-ring seal.
