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:
Pressure Plate Check
1. Check the clutch pressure plate surface for scoring, cracks or
discoloration. Minor scratches or
discoloration should be removed with a fine emery cloth.
2. Measure the flatness of the clutch pressure plate surface with a
straightedge and a feeler
g ...
Timing Chain
Removal
1. Remove the timing cover. For additional information, refer to Engine
Front Cover in this section.
2. Remove the camshaft position sensor drive gear.
1. Remove the bolt.
2. Remove the camshaft position sensor drive gear.
3. Rotate the ...
Axle Housing Casting Porosity (Holes in Casting) Repair
CAUTION: To keep the axle's sound characteristics, do not disassemble
the carrier.
NOTE: Casting porosity is a condition where occasionally gas bubbles will
form during the casting
process leaving small pockets in the metal that will cause the axle housing t ...