Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS article.
Disconnect the clutch field coil electrical connector.
Loosen the A/C compressor manifold bolt and detach the compressor manifold and tube assembly.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
- To install, tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
Disconnect the compressor suction fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
Remove the compressor-to-condenser line fitting nut and disconnect the fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seal.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
Remove the compressor manifold and tube assembly.
If needed, disconnect suction accumulator outlet fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
If needed, remove the suction accumulator-to-compressor line.
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 article.
Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS article.