Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, see AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) SYSTEM RECOVERY, EVACUATION & CHARGING .
Raise the vehicle. For additional information, see JACKING & HOISTING .
Remove the screws and remove the LH sight shield.

Fig 1: Removing Left Sight Shield
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the screws and remove the air deflector.

Fig 2: Removing Air Deflector
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Remove the nut and disconnect the peanut fitting. For additional information, see AIR CONDITIONING LINE (PEANUT) FITTING .

Fig 3: Disconnecting Peanut Fitting
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Lower the vehicle.
Disconnect the air outlet tube.
Remove the nut.

Fig 4: Removing Nut
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Remove the bolt. Position the receiver drier away from the radiator shroud and disconnect the receiver drier from the manifold.

Fig 5: Removing Receiver Drier Mounting Bolt
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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.