Removal and Installation

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

NOTE: Installation of a new A/C desiccant cartridge is not required when repairing the air conditioning system except when there is physical evidence of system contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the A/C desiccant cartridge.

Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS .
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the lower engine splash shield (if equipped).
Remove the compressor manifold bolt and detach the manifold from the A/C compressor.
- Discard the gasket seals.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
Detach the 2 coolant reservoir hose retainers from the compressor manifold and tube assembly.
Remove the washer reservoir filler neck bolt.
- To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
Remove the compressor manifold and tube suction fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the gasket seal.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
Remove the condenser inlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the gasket seal.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
Remove the compressor manifold and tube assembly.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new gasket seals.
- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS .
Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS .