Removal And Installation

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Remove the A/C compressor. For additional information, refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor - 6.0L Diesel .
Remove the RH charge air cooler tube.

Fig 1: RH Charge Air Cooler Tube

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the condenser outlet fitting nut and disconnect the condenser outlet fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seal.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
Remove the condenser inlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
Disconnect the suction accumulator outlet fitting.
1. Remove the suction accumulator outlet line bracket screw.
2. Remove the suction accumulator outlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
3. Discard the O-ring seal and gasket seal.
4. To install, tighten the fitting to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
5. To install, tighten the screw to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).

Fig 2: Suction Accumulator Outlet Fitting

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the compressor manifold and tube bracket bolt.
- To install, tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft).
Disconnect the pressure cutoff switch electrical connector.
Remove the compressor manifold and tube assembly.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new gasket seals and 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 article.
Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS article.