Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 condenser core leak is suspected, the A/C condenser core must be leak tested before it is removed from the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section.
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.
All vehicles
1. Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Remove the pin-type retainers and remove the upper radiator sight shield.
3. Remove the air cleaner and air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to Section.
4.6L (2V), 4.6L (4V) vehicles
4. Remove the bolts and position the coolant bottle aside.
4.6L (4V) vehicles
5. Remove the bolts and position the coolant bottle aside.
3.8L vehicles
6. Remove the bolts.
7. Remove the bracket and the coolant bottle.
All vehicles
8. Remove the nuts and disconnect the lines.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
Vehicles with 4WABS
9. Remove the hydraulic control unit upper bracket bolts.
10. Raise the vehicle.
11. Remove the hydraulic control unit lower bracket bolt and position the hydraulic control unit aside.
12. Lower the vehicle.
All vehicles
13. Remove the bolts and the radiator brackets.
14. Position the radiator rearward.
15. Remove the pin-type retainers.
16. Position the wiring harness rearward.
17. Remove the condenser bolts.
18. Remove the condenser core.
19. 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.
20. Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to Section.
Air Conditioning (A/C) Pressure Relief Valve - 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 ...
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 ...
Other materials:
Assembly
1. Carry out the following before reassembling:
Inspect the gears for broken or cracked teeth. Check for unusual wear
patterns.
Inspect the thrust washers for face wear, cracks, scoring and for signs
of heat damage.
Inspect the bearings, bearing cups a ...
Starting a gasoline engine
When you start the engine, the idle speed increases, this helps to warm
up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically,
have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Before starting the engine:
• Make sure all occupants have f ...
Cylinder Head LH
Special Tool(s)
Remover, Power Steering
Pump Pulley
211-016 (T69L-10300-B)
Installer, Power Steering Pump
Pulley
211-009
Material
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