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.

Disconnect the battery.
Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, see AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) SYSTEM RECOVERY, EVACUATION & CHARGING .
Remove the evaporator core. For additional information, see EVAPORATOR CORE .
Disconnect the thermostatic expansion valve fittings.

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