Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

CAUTION: When replacing an A/C compressor which has failed internally, perform the following procedures to prevent contamination of the refrigerant system.
- If A/C Flusher is available, perform the Flushing procedure. A/C System Flushing
- If A/C Flusher is not available, perform the Refrigerant System Filtering After A/C Component Replacement procedure. A/C System Filtering
- Replace the A/C evaporator core orifice.

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Recover the refrigerant. Refrigerant Recovery
3. Remove the drive belt.
4. Raise and support the vehicle.







5. Disconnect the A/C compressor electrical connector.







6. Remove the manifold and tube assembly.
1 Remove the bolt.
2 Remove the manifold and tube assembly.







7. Remove the A/C compressor.
1 Remove the bolts.
2 Remove the A/C compressor.

INSTALLATION












1. Follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
- Service the replacement A/C compressor with the proper amount of Motorcraft YN-12c refrigerant oil or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSH-M1C231-B.
- Lubricate the new A/C manifold O-rings with Motorcraft YN-12c refrigerant oil or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSH-M1C231-B.