Ford Fusion: Climate Control System - General Information / Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor Inlet Line - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4. Removal and Installation

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 engine undershield.
   

1. Remove the bolts and the radiator undershield.
   

1. NOTICE: Make sure that all openings are sealed.

   
   Remove the A/C compressor inlet line nut and disconnect the fitting. Discard the O-ring seal and gasket seal.
   
   • Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
     Torque: 133 lb.in (15 Nm)

1. NOTICE: Make sure that all openings are sealed.

   
   Remove the A/C compressor inlet line nut, disconnect the fitting and remove the A/C compressor inlet line. Discard the O-ring seal and gasket seal.
   
   • Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
     Torque: 133 lb.in (15 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.