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Compressor To Condenser Discharge Line




Compressor to Condenser Discharge Line - 4.6L, 5.4L and 6.8L













Removal and Installation

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Vehicle Jacking and Lifting.

2. Recover the refrigerant.

3. Remove the RH front wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to Wheels and Tires.

4. Remove the A/C compressor discharge fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seal and gasket seal.

- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).

5. Disconnect the high-pressure cutoff switch electrical connector.

6. Remove the condenser inlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seal and gasket seal.

- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).

7. Remove the compressor-to-condenser discharge line.

8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new gasket seals and O-ring seals.

- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil.

9. Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system.