Ranger 4WD L4-153 2.5L SOHC VIN C SFI (2001)
Accumulator HVAC: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Perform the Refrigerant Discharging and Recovery Procedure.
2. Disconnect the A/C cycling switch electrical connector.
3. Disconnect the suction accumulator refrigerant lines.
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Discard the O-ring seals.
CAUTION: Use a back-up wrench to prevent damage to the tubes.
4. Remove the three suction accumulator bracket screws and the suction accumulator.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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If a new suction accumulator is to be installed, transfer the A/C cycling switch to the new suction accumulator.
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Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil or equivalent. See: Refrigerant Oil Addition.
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Install new O-ring seals lubricated in clean PAG oil or equivalent.
2. Evacuate, leak test, and charge the refrigerant system.