Removal and Installation

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Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, see AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) SYSTEM RECOVERY, EVACUATION & CHARGING .
Remove the A/C compressor pressure relief valve (3.0L shown, 3.9L similar).

Fig 1: Removing A/C Compressor Pressure Relief Valve
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Lubricate the O-ring seal with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) F7AZ-19589-DA (Motorcraft YN-12-C) or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSH-M1C231-B.