MKZ AWD V6-3.5L (2008)
Hose/Line HVAC: Service and Repair
Compressor Manifold and Tube Assembly
COMPRESSOR MANIFOLD AND TUBE ASSEMBLY
Removal and Installation
CAUTION: Do not stress or bend the aluminum lines on the compressor manifold and tube assembly to facilitate removal. Bending or
squeezing the lines together may damage the welds and lead to premature failure of the line.
All vehicles
1. Recover the refrigerant.
2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
3. Remove the lower engine splash shield (if equipped).
4. Remove the compressor manifold bolt and detach the manifold from the A/C compressor.
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Discard the gasket seals.
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To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
5. Detach the 2 coolant reservoir hose retainers from the compressor manifold and tube assembly.
6. Remove the washer reservoir filler neck bolt.
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To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
7. Remove the compressor manifold and tube suction fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
