Ranger 4WD V6-3.0L VIN U (1997)
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
A/C Condenser Core Installation
NOTE: The A/C Condenser Core Installation illustration details the location of the various A/C condenser seals.
REMOVAL
1. Recover the refrigerant from the air conditioning system. Observe all safety precautions. See: Service and Repair/Refrigerant Recovery
2. Disconnect the compressor discharge line from the A/C condenser core at the spring lock coupling using Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool
and cap the openings to prevent the entry of dirt and moisture.
3. Disconnect the condenser to evaporator tube from the A/C condenser core at the spring lock coupling using Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect
Tool. Cap the openings to prevent the entry of dirt and moisture.
4. Tilt the top of the radiator rearward, after removing the upper radiator bracket bolts, being careful not to damage the cooling fan or radiator.
Remove two bolts attaching the two upper mounting brackets of the A/C condenser core to the rear side of the radiator support.
5. Lift the A/C condenser core from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Place the A/C condenser core in position aligning the bottom ends of the condenser side supports with the A/C condenser rubber mounting bracket
inserts.
2. Position the A/C condenser core to the vehicle with the lower mounts and upper brackets on the rear face of the radiator support.
3. Install the two bolts attaching the two upper mounting brackets to the rear side of the radiator support.
4. Move the radiator into the correct installed position and install the two upper retaining brackets (two screws each).
5. Install hoses to the spring lock coupling after checking for a missing or damaged garter spring and repairing or replacing the spring. Install two
new specified (special material) O-rings lubricated with clean refrigerant oil into the male fittings.
6. Leak test, evacuate and charge the system. Observe all safety precautions. See: Service and Repair
7. Check the air conditioning system for proper operation.
