Mountaineer 2WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2003)
Evaporator Core: Technical Service Bulletins
A/C - Evaporator Core Replacement
TSB 04-19-6
09/22/04
EVAPORATOR CORE REPLACEMENT
FORD:
2002-2005 Explorer
MERCURY:
2002-2005 Mountaineer
ISSUE
Should it become necessary to replace the evaporator core on a 2002-2005 Explorer 4dr or Mountaineer vehicle, the evaporator core can now be
serviced as a separate unit. It is no longer necessary to replace the entire housing assembly.
ACTION
Refer to the following Service Procedure.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1.
Remove the evaporator housing from the vehicle. Refer to Workshop Manual Section (412-00).
2.
Remove the ten (10) evaporator core cover bolts.
3.
Remove the evaporator core cover and discard the rope seal.
4.
Install the new evaporator core into the housing.
5.
Using Motorcraft RTV Silicone Sealant (TA-31) carefully apply a 1/8" bead around the entire evaporator housing groove joint (Figure 1).
