Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

CAUTION: Installation of a new [1][2]suction accumulator/drier is not required when repairing the air conditioning system except when there is physical evidence of system contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the suction accumulator/drier.

NOTE: If 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. Perform the Refrigerant Discharging and Recovery Procedure.







2. Disconnect the A/C manifold and tube and the condenser to evaporator tube from the A/C condenser core.
3. Remove the radiator. For additional information, refer to Cooling System.







4. Remove the condenser core bolt.







5. Squeeze to release the buckle.







6. Slide the A/C condenser out of the locators.

INSTALLATION












1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Service the replacement A/C condenser core with the correct amount of PAG compressor oil, YN-12-C, F7AZ-19589-DA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSH-M1C231-B. See: Refrigerant Oil Addition.
- Lubricate new O-ring seals with PAG compressor oil, YN-12-C, F7AZ-19589-DA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSH-M1C231-B.

NOTE: When a new A/C condenser is installed, a new A/C evaporator core orifice should also be installed.