Ford Explorer: Climate Control System - General Information / Removal and Installation - Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor Outlet Line - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS)

Removal

NOTICE: 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.

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to the appropriate Recovery procedure in Group 412.
   

1. Remove the PCM.
   Refer to: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) (303-14A Electronic Engine Controls - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), Removal and Installation).
   

1. Detach the wiring harness routing clip and remove the PCM bracket.
   Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

1. Remove the CAC intake pipe.
   Refer to: Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Intake Pipe (303-12A Intake Air Distribution and Filtering - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), Removal and Installation).
   

1. 
   Remove the A/C compressor outlet line nut.
   
   • Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
     Torque: 159 lb.in (18 Nm)

1. 1. Disconnect the A/C pressure transducer connector..
      
   2. Remove the retainers and the A/C compressor outlet line.
      Torque: 159 lb.in (18 Nm)
   • Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
     

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. NOTICE: Only use the specified material to lubricate the seals.

   Install and lubricate new O-ring seals. Refer to the appropriate Specifications in Group 412.
   

1. Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. Refer to the appropriate Refrigerant Oil Adding procedure in Group 412.