Removal and Installation

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

NOTE: The rear auxiliary evaporator outlet and inlet lines are installed from the factory as one-piece assemblies which must be cut for removal. Replacement lines must be installed if the lines are cut. The replacement parts are supplied as separate kits containing multiple piece lines for ease of installation.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS .
Remove the 2 rear auxiliary evaporator outlet and inlet line rear fitting nuts and disconnect the fittings.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
Remove the rear auxiliary evaporator outlet and inlet line rear bracket bolt.
- To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).

NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with factory lines, it is necessary to cut the rear auxiliary evaporator outlet and inlet lines for removal.

If equipped, disconnect the rear auxiliary evaporator outlet and inlet line tube-O fittings.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
- To install, tighten the 3/8-inch inlet line tube-O fitting to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- To install, tighten the 5/8-inch outlet line tube-O fitting to 37 Nm (27 lb-ft).
Remove the 2 front auxiliary evaporator outlet and inlet line mid-joint fitting nuts and disconnect the fittings.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
Remove the rear auxiliary evaporator outlet and inlet line front bracket bolt.
- To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).

NOTE: The auxiliary line bracket retainers are unscrewed for removal and pushed into place for installation.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Auxiliary Line Bracket Retainers

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the 2 rear auxiliary line bracket retainers and remove the lines.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new O-ring 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 .