Removal and Installation

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Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
Disconnect the A/C cycling switch connector.

Fig 1: Disconnecting A/C Cycling Switch Connector
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the fitting and the tube, use a backup wrench when loosening or tightening the fitting nut.

Disconnect the evaporator core outlet tube.
- Discard the O-ring seal.
  
  Fig 2: Disconnecting Evaporator Core Outlet Tube
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Disconnect the auxiliary fitting
- Discard the O-ring seal.
  
  Fig 3: Auxiliary Line Fitting - With Torque Specification
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Disconnect the manifold and tube assembly.
- Discard the O-ring seal.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Suction Line Retainer At Accumulator
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Detach the evaporator inlet from the clip.

Fig 5: Detaching Evaporator Inlet From Clip
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the suction accumulator screws and the suction accumulator.

Fig 6: Removing Suction Accumulator Screws And Suction Accumulator
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new O-ring seals.
- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean mineral 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 .