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.
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Recover the refrigerant. Refer to the appropriate Recovery procedure in Group 412.
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Remove the PCM.
Refer to: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) (303-14A Electronic Engine Controls - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), Removal and Installation).
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Detach the wiring harness routing clip and remove the PCM bracket.
Torque:
89 lb.in (10 Nm)
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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).
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Remove the A/C compressor outlet line nut.
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Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
Torque:
159 lb.in (18 Nm)
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Disconnect the A/C pressure transducer connector..
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Remove the retainers and the A/C compressor outlet line.
Torque:
159 lb.in (18 Nm)
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Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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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.
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Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount
of clean PAG oil. Refer to the appropriate Refrigerant Oil Adding
procedure in Group 412.
Removal
NOTICE:
During the removal of components, cap, tape or otherwise
appropriately protect all openings to prevent the ingress of dirt or
other contamination...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe.
Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe (303-12A Intake Air Distribution an..
Other information:
WARNING: Hill descent control cannot control descent in all surface conditions
and circumstances, such as ice or extremely steep grades. Hill descent control is
a driver assist system and cannot substitute for good judgment by the driver. Failure
to do so may result in loss of vehicle control, crash or serious injury...
WARNING: When you are going downhill, your vehicle speed could increase
above the set speed. The system does not apply the brakes.
Drive to the speed you prefer.
Press the toggle button upward or downward
to set the current peed.
Take your foot off the accelerator pedal...
Categories
WARNING: Position the seatbelt height adjuster so that the seatbelt rests
across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the seatbelt correctly could
reduce its effectiveness and increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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