Taurus V6-195 3.2L DOHC SHO (1994)
Compressor Clutch: All Technical Service Bulletins
A/C Compressor - Moan
Article No.
97-17-11
08/18/97
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AIR CONDITIONING - A/C COMPRESSOR "MOAN" - VEHICLES WITH 3.8L ENGINE
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NOISE - "MOANING" - A/C COMPRESSOR - VEHICLES WITH 3.8L ENGINE
FORD:
1993-95 TAURUS
LINCOLN-MERCURY:
1993-95 SABLE
LIGHT TRUCK:
1995-97 WINDSTAR
This TSB article is being republished in its entirety to correct the part table applications.
ISSUE:
A "moan" from the A/C compressor may be heard at idle with the A/C on. This may be caused by the resonant frequency of the A/C compressor
combining with various other engine component frequencies to create the moan. This condition is more pronounced in ambient temperatures exceeding
27°C (80°F).
ACTION:
Install a larger diameter A/C compressor clutch and pulley. The larger diameter eliminates the resonant frequency from the idle rpm range and should
reduce the possibility of a moan. Refer to the procedure outlined in the appropriate model/year Service Manual, Section 12.
Parts Block
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
SUPERSEDES: 97-15-6
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage
OPERATION
DESCRIPTION
TIME
971711A
Replace Clutch Assembly
1.5 Hrs.
(Includes Time To
Reclaim, Evacuate,
Recharge And Leak Check
System) - Windstar
971711B
Replace Clutch Assembly
2.6 Hrs.
(Includes Time To
Reclaim, Evacuate,
Recharge And Leak Check
System) - Taurus/Sable
