Ford Escape: Supplemental Climate Control / Removal and Installation - Front Evaporator Shutoff Valve
Removal
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:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the themostatic expansion valve manifold and tube assembly.
Refer to: Thermostatic Expansion Valve Manifold and Tube Assembly -
2.5L Duratec – Hybrid (121kW/164PS) (BG) (412-00 Climate Control System -
General Information, Removal and Installation).
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Loosen the flair nuts and remove the front evaporator shutoff valve.
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 POE oil. Refer to the appropriate Refrigerant Oil Adding
procedure in Group 412.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may installation details.
Remove the climate control housing.
Refer to: Climate Control Housing (412-00 Climate Control System - General Information, Removal and Installation)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Hose Clamp(s)
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Removal
NOTICE:
During the removal of components, cap, tape or otherwise
appropriately protect all openings to prevent the ingress of dirt or
other contamination...
Other information:
Once you select this option, the system
returns you to the main audio screen.
The current audio information appears on
the screen.
The following buttons are also available:
You can use the forward, reverse, pause or
play buttons to control the audio playback...
General Specifications
Item
Specification
Plastic front fascia paint maximum thickness
12 mils (300 microns)
Plastic rear fascia paint maximum thickness
12 mils (300 microns)
General Specifications
Item
Specification
Plug Weld hole
8 m..