Thermostatic Expansion Valve - 2.0L EcoBoost (184kW/250PS) - MI4: Removal

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NOTE: During the removal of components, cap, tape or otherwise appropriately protect all openings to prevent the ingress of dirt or other contamination. Remove protective materials prior to installation.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Recover the refrigerant. Refer to the appropriate Recovery procedure in this article.
Release the tabs and position the degas bottle aside.

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Remove the engine appearance cover.

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NOTE: The turbocharger compressor vanes can be damaged by even the smallest particles. When removing any turbocharger or engine air intake system component, ensure that no debris enters the system. Failure to do so may result in damage to the turbocharger.
1. Remove the bolt.
  Torque
  
  : 44 lb.in (5 Nm)
2. Loosen the clamps and remove the air cleaner outlet pipe.
  Torque
  
  : 44 lb.in (5 Nm)
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Remove the bolt.
Torque

: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

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Remove the nut.
Torque

: 27 lb.in (3 Nm)

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Remove the nut and position the thermostatic expansion valve manifold and tube assembly aside.
- Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
  Torque
  
  : 159 lb.in (18 Nm)
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Remove the bolts, and thermostatic expansion valve.
- Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
  Torque
  
  : 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

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