Expedition 2WD V8-281 4.6L VIN W EFI (1997)
Expansion Block/Orifice Tube: Service and Repair
Broken Orifice Tube Extractor
Fixed Orifice Tube
Special Tools
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove the A/C evaporator core orifice with pliers or to twist or rotate the orifice in the liquid line. To do so will
break the fixed orifice tube body in the discharge line. Use only the recommended tool.
NOTE: The A/C evaporator core orifice should be replaced whenever an A/C compressor is replaced for internal damage.
1. Remove the condenser to evaporator tube.
2. Engage (A) Fixed Orifice Tube Remover/Replacer with the two (B) A/C evaporator core orifice tangs.
