Removal and Installation

Fig 1: Removing/Installing A/C Bracket Nuts

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Remove the nuts from the A/C manifold and tube mounting bracket.

Fig 2: Disconnecting/Connecting A/C Manifold
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CAUTION:
- Plug all ports to prevent contamination from dirt or moisture.
Disconnect the A/C manifold and tube from the suction accumulator. Refer to SPRING LOCK COUPLING .
Remove the front bumper cover. Refer to FRONT BUMPER COVER .

Fig 3: Disconnecting/Connecting A/C Manifold
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CAUTION:
- Plug all ports to prevent contamination from dirt or moisture.
Remove the nut and disconnect the A/C manifold and tube to A/C condenser core air conditioning line (peanut) fitting.

Fig 4: Disconnecting/Connecting Speed Control Actuator Assembly
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Position aside the speed control actuator assembly.
1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Disconnect the electrical harness pin-type retainers.
3. Remove the nuts.
Raise and support the vehicle.

Fig 5: Removing/Installing RH Splash Shield
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Remove the RH splash shield.

Fig 6: Disconnecting/Connecting Engine Block Heater Electrical Connector
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If equipped, disconnect the engine block heater electrical connector.

Fig 7: Disconnecting/Connecting A/C Clutch Field Coil Electrical Connector
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Disconnect the A/C clutch field coil electrical connector.

Fig 8: Removing/Installing A/C Manifold & Tube Assembly Bolt
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CAUTION:
- Plug all ports to prevent contamination from dirt or moisture.
NOTE:
- Vehicles with 2.0L Zetec engine shown, vehicles with 3.0L (4V) engine similar.
Remove the A/C manifold and tube assembly bolt.
Remove the A/C manifold and tube assembly through the bottom of the vehicle.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Lubricate the O-ring seals with PAG Compressor Oil.
Apply Pipe Sealant with Teflon(R) to the threads of the A/C manifold retaining bolt.