Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Compressor Manifold and Tube Assembly - 3.8L
Material
Item | Specification |
PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) F7AZ-19589-DA (Motorcraft YN- 12-C) | WSH-M1C231- B |
Removal and Installation
NOTE: Installation of a new suction accumulator is not required when repairing the air conditioning system except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the suction accumulator.
1. Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Unlatch the air breather.
3. Disconnect the mass air flow (MAF) sensor electrical connector.
4. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube.
1. Loosen the clamp.
2. Disconnect the crankcase ventilation tube.
3. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube.
5. Disconnect the refrigerant containment switch (RCS) electrical connector.
6. Remove the RCS.
7. Remove the nut and disconnect A/C fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seal.
8. Disconnect the spring lock coupling.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
9. Remove the bolt.
10. Remove the manifold and tube assembly.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
11. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new O-ring seals lubricated in clean PAG oil.
- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to Section.
12. Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to Section.
Condenser Core
Material Item Specification PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) F7AZ-19589-DA (Motorcraft YN- 12-C) WSH-M1C231- B Removal and Installation NOTE: If an A/C condens ...Compressor Manifold and Tube Assembly - 4.6L
Material Item Specification PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) F7AZ-19589-DA (Motorcraft YN- 12-C) WSH-M1C231- B Removal and Installation NOTE: Installation of a ...Other materials:
Exhaust Manifold - Inspection
Special Tool(s)
Straight Edge
303-D039 (D83L-4201-A) or
equivalent
1. Place a straight edge across the exhaust manifold flanges and check for
warping with a feeler
gauge.
Bearing -Inspection
1. Inspect bearings for the following defects. P ...
Fuel System (Description and Operation)
Component Location
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any
type when
working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are
always present
and may be ignited, resulting in possible personal injury ...
Camshaft End Play - Push Rod Engines
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
1. Remove the valve tappets. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303
for the procedure.
2. Use a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture ...