Compressor HVAC: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

CAUTION: To prevent refrigerant contamination, if you are installing a new A/C compressor because the A/C compressor has failed internally, you must carry out the following procedures:
- If Rotunda A/C Flusher 014-00991 or equivalent is available, carry out the Flushing general procedure. Air Conditioning System Flushing
- If Rotunda A/C Flusher 014-00991 or equivalent is not available, carry out the Refrigerant System Filtering After A/C Component Replacement general procedure. Refrigerant System Filtering After A/C Component Replacement

1. Perform the Refrigerant Discharging and Recovery Procedure.
2. Remove the drive belt from the A/C clutch pulley. For additional information, refer to Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories.
3. Raise the vehicle. For additional information, Refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.







4. Remove the screws and remove the sight shield.







5. Remove the screw and position the power steering hose aside.







6. Remove the bolt and reposition the A/C manifold and tube assembly.







7. Disconnect the connector.







8. Remove the three bolts and lower the A/C compressor.

INSTALLATION







1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Add the correct amount of PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12-C, F7AZ-19589-DA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSH-M1C231-B to the new A/C compressor. Refrigerant Oil Addition
- Lubricate the O-ring seal with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12-C, F7AZ-19589-DA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSH-M1C231-B.
- Apply Pipe Sealant with Teflon(R) D8AZ-19554-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSK-M2G350-A2 to the threads of the A/C manifold bolt.