Ford Escape: Climate Control System - General Information / Removal and Installation - Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor - 1.5L EcoBoost (132kW/180PS) – I3 (Y1)
Removal
NOTICE:
If installing a new A/C compressor due to an internal failure of the
old unit, carry out the following procedures to remove contamination
from the A/C system. Failure to remove contamination from the A/C
system, if present, will result in poor A/C performance and/or damage to
the new A/C compressor and other components.
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If A/C flushing equipment is available, carry out flushing of the A/C system prior to installing a new A/C compressor.
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If A/C flushing equipment is not available, replace all contaminated components after a new A/C compressor has been installed.
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Install a new Thermostatic Expansion Valve (TXV) as directed by the A/C flushing.
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Install a new receiver drier element as directed by the A/C flushing.
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:
Installation of a new receiver drier element is not required when
repairing the A/C system except when there is physical evidence of
system contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the
receiver drier element.
NOTE:
A new A/C compressor may come equipped with an A/C clutch disc and hub, A/C compressor pulley and A/C
clutch field coil already installed. If these components are not
pre-installed, it will be necessary to transfer these parts from the old
A/C compressor to the new compressor prior to installation of the A/C compressor if suitable for reuse.
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 A/C compressor inlet and outlet line nuts and disconnect the fittings.
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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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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
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Remove the retainers and the underbody shield.
Torque:
13 lb.in (1.5 Nm)
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With the accessory drive belt.
Refer to: Accessory Drive Belt - Vehicles Built Up To: 1-October-2020
(303-05A Accessory Drive - 1.5L EcoBoost (132kW/180PS) – I3 (Y1),
Removal and Installation).
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Disconnect the electrical connectors, and detach the wire harness retainer.
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Remove the retainers and the A/C compressor.
Torque:
18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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.
Configuration
NOTE:
The ambient air temperature sensor is a critical
component for correct Air Conditioning (A/C) and Heating, Ventilation,
and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system operation...
Removal
NOTICE:
During the removal or installation of components, cap, tape
or otherwise appropriately protect all openings and tubes/fittings to
prevent the ingress of dirt or other contamination...
Other information:
Programming
NOTE:
This procedure works only if 2 or more programmed keys are available.
NOTE:
This procedure works only if the customer spare key programming is enabled.
NOTE:
When programming keys, the RKE transmitter and the PATS portion of the key are programmed at the same time...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Locking Pliers
Removal
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of high-voltage shock, always follow
precisely all warnings and service instructions, including instructions
to depower the system. The high-voltage system utilizes approximately
450 volts DC, provided through high-voltage cables to its components and
modules...