Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

Hybrid shown, all others similar.
Installation of a new suction accumulator 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 suction accumulator.

Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to REFRIGERANT SYSTEM RECOVERY .
Disconnect the A/C cycling switch electrical connector.
Disconnect the suction accumulator inlet and outlet fittings.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
Remove the 2 suction accumulator bracket nuts.
- To install, tighten to 8 N.m (71 lb-in).
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new O-ring seals.
- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of PAG oil. For additional information, refer to REFRIGERANT OIL ADDING .
- For Hybrid vehicles, install the suction accumulator upside down to make the connection at the evaporator core, then rotate into position.
Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) SYSTEM RECOVERY, EVACUATION AND CHARGING .