Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Connect
1. Install the A/C tube lock coupling spring.
2. Lubricate the inside of the coupling with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) or equivalent.
3. CAUTION: Use only the new O-ring seals. The use of any O-ring seals other than those specified in the Ford Master Parts Catalog may result in intermittent leakage during vehicle operation.
Install the O-ring seals.
- Lubricate the O-ring seals with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) or equivalent.
4. Connect the spring lock coupling fittings with a twisting motion until the A/C tube lock coupling spring snaps over the flared end of the female fitting.
5. Install the A/C tube lock coupling clip.
Cleaning
1. Fabricate a cleaning tool from a 1/8 inch diameter brazing rod.
2. Cut an abrasive pad from maroon colored 3M Scotch Brite with the
dimensions corresponding
to the coupling size.
3. Assemble th ...
Heater Hose Coupling
Special Tool(s)
Remover, Heater Hose Inlet
Tube
412-042 (T85T-18539-AH)
Disconnect Tool, Heater Hose
412-127
Material
Item
Specification
MERPOL
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ESE-M ...
Other materials:
Sensor - Front
Removal
1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
2. Remove the inner fender splash shield.
1. Remove the inner fender splash shield push pins.
2. Remove the inner fender splash shield screw.
3. Remove the inner fender splash shield.
3. Remove the front ...
Component Tests
Grid Wire Test
1. Using a bright lamp inside the vehicle, inspect the wire grid from
the exterior. A broken grid wire
will appear as a brown spot.
2. Run the engine at idle. Set the rear window defrost switch to ON. The
indicator light should
co ...
Air Conditioning (Description and Operation)
The A/C refrigerant system is a clutch cycling orifice tube type. The system
components are:
A/C compressor (19703)
A/C clutch (2884)
A/C condenser core (19712)
A/C evaporator core (19860)
suction accumulator (19C836)
connecting refrigerant lines
The ...
