Ford Explorer: Climate Control System - General Information / Removal and Installation - Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor Inlet 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 bolts and the suspension support bar.
   Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

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

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

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.