Ford Escape: Climate Control System - General Information / Removal and Installation - Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor Outlet Line - 1.5L EcoBoost (132kW/180PS) – I3 (Y1)

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. Remove caps, tape and other protective materials prior to installation.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to the appropriate Recovery procedure in Group 412.
   

1. With the vehicle in N , position it on a hoist.
   Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
   

1. Remove the retainers and the underbody shield.
   Torque: 13 lb.in (1.5 Nm)

1. 
   Remove the A/C compressor inlet line nut and disconnect the fitting.
   
   • Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
     Torque: 159 lb.in (18 Nm)

1. 
   Remove the A/C compressor outlet line nut and disconnect the fitting.
   
   • Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
     Torque: 159 lb.in (18 Nm)

1. Disconnect the A/C pressure transducer electrical connector.
   

1. 
   Remove the A/C compressor outlet line nut, disconnect the fitting and remove the A/C compressor outlet line.
   
   • Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
     Torque: 159 lb.in (18 Nm)

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. 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.
   

1. Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. Refer to the appropriate Refrigerant Oil Adding procedure in Group 412.