Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL(S) REQUIREDDescription Tool Number
Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool (3/8 inch) T81P-19623-G1
Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool (1/2 inch) T81P-19623-G2
REMOVAL
NOTE:
^ Whenever the A/C condenser core is replaced, it is necessary that the suction accumulator/drier also be replaced.
^ It an A/C condenser core leak is suspected, the A/C condenser core must be leak-tested before it is removed from the vehicle.
1. Remove radiator upper sight shield.
2. Discharge refrigerant from A/C system at service access gauge port valve location on suction line. Observe all safety precautions. Refrigerant Recovery
3. Remove two nuts retaining A/C condenser core to radiator.
4. Use mechanic's wire to temporarily suspend radiator from upper radiator support.
5. Raise vehicle on hoist.
6. Remove radiator air deflector.
7. Remove four screws retaining power steering/transaxle oil cooler to lower radiator support and position cooler aside.
8. Remove six retaining screws and lower radiator support from vehicle.
9. Disconnect condenser to evaporator tube from A/C condenser core outlet tube using Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool T81P-19623-G2. Plug the lines to prevent dirt and excessive moisture from entering.
10. Disconnect A/C compressor to condenser discharge line from A/C manifold and tube using Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool T81P-19623-G1. Plug the lines to prevent dirt and excessive moisture from entering.
11. Lift A/C condenser core off support brackets on radiator and lower A/C condenser core out of vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. If the A/C condenser core is to be replaced, add 29 ml (1 oz) of clean Motorcraft YN-12b refrigerant oil or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSH-M1C231-B to the A/C condenser core.
2. Install A/C condenser core to radiator.
3. Remove the plugs from the two refrigerant lines and install new O-ring seals that have been dipped in clean refrigerant oil.
4. Connect the A/C compressor to condenser discharge line to the A/C manifold and tube and the condenser to evaporator tube to the A/C condenser core outlet tube.
5. Install lower radiator support with six retaining screws.
6. Install power steering/transaxle oil cooler to lower radiator support with four retaining screws.
7. Install radiator air deflector. Tighten screws to 4.5-6.3 N.m (40-55 lb-in).
8. Lower vehicle to floor.
9. Remove mechanic's wire temporarily securing radiator to upper radiator support and install two nuts retaining A/C condenser core to radiator.
10. Leak test, evacuate and charge refrigerant system. Observe all safety precautions.Evacuation
11. Install radiator upper sight shield.
12. Check the A/C system for proper operation.