Thermostatic Expansion Valve Manifold and Tube Assembly - 2.7L EcoBoost (238kW/324PS): Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
During the removal or installation of components, cap, tape or otherwise appropriately protect all openings and tubes/fittings to prevent the ingress of dirt or other contamination. Remove caps, tape and other protective materials prior to installation.
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Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
- Recover the refrigerant. Refer to the appropriate Recovery procedure in the appropriate Climate Control System article.
- Remove the RHF wheel and tire. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
- Remove the RHF fender splash shield. Refer to: Fender Splash Shield .
- Remove the active grille shutter. Refer to: Active Grille Shutter .
- Remove the retainers and position the RH splash shield aside.
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NOTE: Make sure that all openings are sealed.
Remove the thermostatic expansion valve manifold and tube assembly nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)
- Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
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NOTE: Make sure that all openings are sealed.
Remove the A/C compressor inlet line nut, disconnect the fitting and position the A/C compressor inlet line aside.
- Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
Torque: 133 lb.in (15 Nm)
- Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
- Remove the thermostatic expansion valve manifold tube assembly bracket retainer.
Torque: 133 lb.in (15 Nm)
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NOTE: Make sure that all openings are sealed.
Remove the thermostatic expansion valve manifold and tube assembly nut, disconnect the fitting and remove the thermostatic expansion valve manifold and tube assembly.
- Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)
- Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.