Evaporator Core: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

NOTE: If an A/C evaporator core leak is suspected the A/C evaporator core must be leak tested before it is removed from the vehicle.

1. Remove the evaporator core housing.







2. Remove the screws which connect the air inlet housing to the evaporator housing.







3. Disengage the clip and separate the housings.







4. Remove the gasket.







5. Remove the nine screws, disengage the clip and separate the heater/evaporator core housing.







6. Remove the evaporator core.







7. Disconnect the fittings and remove the thermostatic expansion valve.

INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Lubricate the O-ring seal with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12-C, F7AZ-19589-DA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSR-M1C231-B.
- 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 evaporator core. Refrigerant Oil Addition