Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Refrigerant compressor oil (mineral oil) should be used to lubricate R-134a refrigerant system O-ring seals only and should not be added to the R-134a refrigerant system as an A/C compressor lubricant. PAG refrigerant compressor oil only should be used as an A/C compressor lubricant.

NOTE: Installation of a new receiver drier is not required when repairing the air conditioning system except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the receiver drier.

Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the center and LH deflector shields.
Loosen the compressor manifold bolt and detach the compressor manifold from the A/C compressor.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
- To install, tighten to 22 Nm (16 lb-ft).
Disconnect the A/C pressure transducer electrical connector.
Remove the condenser inlet fitting nut.
- Discard the O-ring seal.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
Remove the TXV manifold and tube fitting nut.
- Discard the O-ring seal.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
Remove the compressor manifold and tube bracket nut.
Remove the compressor manifold and tube assembly.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new O-ring seals lubricated in clean mineral oil.
- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .