REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
| CAUTION | If installing a new air conditioning (A/C) compressor due to an internal failure of the old unit, you must 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. If A/C flushing equipment is available, carry out flushing of the A/C system prior to installing a new A/C compressor. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS article. If A/C flushing equipment is not available, carry out filtering of the A/C system after a new A/C compressor has been installed. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS article. Install a new thermostatic expansion valve (TXV), as directed by the A/C flushing or filtering procedure. Install a new receiver/drier cartridge as directed by the A/C flushing or filtering procedure. |
Note. If installing a new A/C compressor, the A/C clutch disc and hub, A/C compressor pulley and A/C clutch field coil must be inspected and transferred from the old unit to the new unit if suitable for reuse.
Note. Installation of a new receiver/drier cartridge is not required when repairing the air conditioning system, except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the receiver/drier cartridge. Damage to the receiver/drier cartridge includes physical damage or moisture contamination. Moisture contamination results only from a complete loss of refrigerant, and equalization of the refrigerant system pressure with atmospheric pressure for a period longer than 1 hour. If even a slight amount of positive refrigerant pressure is present in the refrigerant system before repairs are carried out, the receiver/drier cartridge does not need to be replaced.
- If flushing of the A/C system has not been carried out, recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to «JACKING AND LIFTING»(ref-291849) article.
- Remove the lower engine splash shield.
- Remove the drive belt from the A/C compressor pulley.
- Disconnect the field coil electrical connector.
- Remove the A/C compressor manifold bolt. Discard the gasket seals. To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Remove the 3 secondary air injection pump bolts and position the pump aside (if equipped). To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
- Remove the 3 A/C compressor bolts. To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Remove the A/C compressor.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure. If a new A/C compressor is to be installed, the clutch assembly must be transferred from the old unit to the new unit. For additional information, refer to «Clutch and Clutch Field Coil»(ref-291887-S32629386652008073000000) in this article. Install new gasket seals. If filtering of the A/C system is not to be carried out, lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- If filtering of the A/C system is not to be carried out, evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
| CAUTION | If installing a new air conditioning (A/C) compressor due to an internal failure of the old unit, you must 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. If A/C flushing equipment is available, carry out flushing of the A/C system prior to installing a new A/C compressor. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS article. If A/C flushing equipment is not available, carry out filtering of the A/C system after a new A/C compressor has been installed. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS article. Install a new thermostatic expansion valve (TXV), as directed by the A/C flushing or filtering procedure. Install a new receiver/drier cartridge as directed by the A/C flushing or filtering procedure. |
Note. If installing a new A/C compressor, the A/C clutch disc and hub, A/C compressor pulley and A/C clutch field coil must be inspected and transferred from the old unit to the new unit if suitable for reuse.
Note. Installation of a new receiver/drier cartridge is not required when repairing the air conditioning system, except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the receiver/drier cartridge. Damage to the receiver/drier cartridge includes physical damage or moisture contamination. Moisture contamination results only from a complete loss of refrigerant, and equalization of the refrigerant system pressure with atmospheric pressure for a period longer than 1 hour. If even a slight amount of positive refrigerant pressure is present in the refrigerant system before repairs are carried out, the receiver/drier cartridge does not need to be replaced.
All vehicles
- If flushing of the A/C system has not been carried out, recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to «JACKING AND LIFTING»(ref-291849) article.
- Remove the lower engine splash shield (if equipped).
- Remove the drive belt from the A/C compressor pulley.
- Remove the A/C compressor manifold bolt. Discard the gasket seals. To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Disconnect the field coil electrical connector.
- Remove the 3 A/C compressor bolts. To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Remove the 2 A/C compressor bolts. To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Remove the A/C compressor stud. Remove the A/C compressor nut. Remove the A/C compressor stud. To install, tighten the stud to 9 Nm (80 lb-in). To install, tighten the nut to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Remove the A/C compressor.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure. If a new A/C compressor is to be installed, the clutch assembly must be transferred from the old unit to the new unit. For additional information, refer to «Clutch and Clutch Field Coil»(ref-291887-S32629386652008073000000) in this article. Install new gasket seals. If filtering of the A/C system is not to be carried out, lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- If filtering of the A/C system is not to be carried out, evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
Scheme 141
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | A/C evaporator discharge air temperature sensor electrical connector (part of 19D887) | |
| 2 | 19C734 | A/C evaporator discharge air temperature sensor |
- Remove the instrument panel. For additional information, refer to «INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE»(ref-291890) article.
- Detach the A/C evaporator discharge air temperature sensor.
- Disconnect the A/C evaporator discharge air temperature sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the evaporator discharge air temperature sensor.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to «JACKING AND LIFTING»(ref-291849) article.
- Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- Remove the A/C pressure relief valve and O-ring seal. To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure. Add the correct amount of clean PAG refrigerant oil to the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
Scheme 142
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ambient air temperature sensor electrical connector (part of 14290) | |
| 2 | 19E642 | Ambient air temperature sensor |
Fusion or Milan vehicles
- Remove the front bumper cover. For additional information, refer to «BUMPERS»(ref-291877) article.
- Remove the radiator grille upper sight shield.
- Disconnect the ambient air temperature sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the ambient air temperature sensor.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Scheme 143
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blower motor electrical connector (part of 19D887) | |
| 2 | Blower motor screw (3 required) | |
| 3 | 19805 | Blower motor |
MKZ vehicles
- Remove the RH lower instrument panel insulator.
- Disconnect the blower motor electrical connector.
- Remove the 3 blower motor screws.
- Remove the blower motor.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Scheme 144
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blower motor resistor electrical connector (part of 19D887) | |
| 2 | Blower motor resistor screw | |
| 3 | 18591 | Blower motor resistor |
- Disconnect the blower motor resistor electrical connector.
- Remove the blower motor resistor screw.
- Remove the blower motor resistor.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Scheme 145
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blower motor speed control electrical connector (part of 19D887) | |
| 2 | Blower motor speed control screw | |
| 3 | 19E624 | Blower motor speed control |
MKZ vehicles
- Remove the RH lower instrument panel insulator.
- Disconnect the blower motor speed control electrical connector.
- Remove the blower motor speed control screw.
- Remove the blower motor speed control.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Remove the climate control assembly. For additional information, refer to «Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) Module»(ref-291887-S15551056092008073000000) in this article.
- Pull and remove the blower motor switch knob.
- Depress the tab and rotate the blower counterclockwise to remove.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
REMOVAL
- Remove the A/C compressor. For additional information, refer to «Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor - 2.3L»(ref-291887-S33516848002008073000000) or «Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor - 3.0L, 3.5L»(ref-291887-S22559339582008073000000) in this article.
- Remove the 3 screws and the A/C clutch shield (if equipped).
- Remove the A/C clutch disc and hub bolt. Hold the A/C clutch disc and hub with the special tool. Remove the A/C clutch disc and hub bolt.
- Remove the A/C clutch disc and hub.
- Remove the A/C compressor pulley snap ring.
- Remove the A/C compressor pulley.
- Remove the A/C clutch field coil electrical connector clip screw.
- Remove the A/C clutch field coil snap ring.
- Remove the A/C clutch field coil.
INSTALLATION
Note. If installing a new A/C compressor, the A/C clutch components should be reused unless obvious signs of damage are found. If excessive grooving is found, a new A/C clutch disc and hub and A/C compressor pulley must be installed together. Otherwise, each component can be installed individually where needed.
- Visually inspect the A/C clutch disc and hub, A/C compressor pulley and A/C clutch field coil for damage. Inspect for physical damage, including cracked or melted components or discoloration due to excessive heat. Inspect for excessive wear, including grooving in the A/C clutch disc and hub or A/C compressor pulley that is more than fingernail depth. Inspect for roughness in the A/C compressor pulley bearing.
- Clean the A/C clutch field coil and pulley mounting surfaces.
- Install the A/C clutch field coil.
- Install the A/C clutch field coil snap ring.
- Install the A/C clutch field coil electrical connector clip screw.
- Install the A/C clutch pulley.
- Install the A/C clutch pulley snap ring.
- Place one nominal thickness A/C clutch disc and hub spacer inside the clutch hub spline opening.
- Install the A/C clutch disc and hub assembly.
- Install the A/C clutch disc and hub bolt. Hold the A/C clutch disc and hub with the special tool. Install the A/C clutch disc and hub bolt. Tighten to 14 Nm (10 lb-ft).
- Install the A/C clutch shield and the 3 screws.
- Measure and adjust the clutch air gap by removing or adding A/C clutch hub spacers.
- Install the A/C compressor. For additional information, refer to «Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor - 2.3L»(ref-291887-S33516848002008073000000) or «Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor - 3.0L, 3.5L»(ref-291887-S22559339582008073000000) in this article.
- Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to «JACKING AND LIFTING»(ref-291849) article.
- Detach the 2 coolant reservoir hose retainers from the compressor manifold and tube assembly.
- Remove the washer reservoir filler neck bolt. To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
- Remove the compressor manifold and tube suction fitting nut and disconnect the fitting. Discard the gasket seal. To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Remove the condenser inlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting. Discard the gasket seal. To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Remove the lower engine splash shield.
- Remove the compressor manifold bolt and detach the manifold from the A/C compressor. Discard the gasket seals. To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Remove the 3 secondary air injection pump bolts and position the secondary air injection pump aside (if equipped). To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
- Remove the compressor manifold and tube assembly.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure. Install new gasket seals. Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
| CAUTION | Do not stress or bend the aluminum lines on the compressor manifold and tube assembly to facilitate removal. Bending or squeezing the lines together may damage the welds and lead to premature failure of the line. |
All vehicles
- Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to «JACKING AND LIFTING»(ref-291849) article.
- Remove the lower engine splash shield (if equipped).
- Remove the compressor manifold bolt and detach the manifold from the A/C compressor. Discard the gasket seals. To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Detach the 2 coolant reservoir hose retainers from the compressor manifold and tube assembly.
- Remove the washer reservoir filler neck bolt. To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
- Remove the compressor manifold and tube suction fitting nut and disconnect the fitting. Discard the gasket seal. To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Remove the condenser inlet fitting nut and disconnect the fitting. Discard the gasket seal. To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Remove the compressor manifold and tube assembly. Rotate the compressor manifold and tube counterclockwise enough to allow it to be lifted between the exhaust manifold shield and alternator. Remove the compressor manifold and tube assembly.
- Remove the compressor manifold and tube assembly.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure. Install new gasket seals. Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
Note. New A/C condenser service parts are shipped with a new receiver/drier cartridge installed in the integral receiver/drier.
- Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to «JACKING AND LIFTING»(ref-291849) article.
- Remove the cooling fan. For additional information, refer to «ENGINE COOLING»(ref-291897) article.
- Remove the washer reservoir filler neck bolt.
- Remove the 2 condenser fitting nuts and disconnect the fittings. Discard the gasket seals. To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Unclip the 2 radiator brackets from the radiator core support and position the cooling module rearward.
- Remove the 2 radiator brackets.
- Release the 2 power steering hose clamps at the condenser and disconnect the hoses.
- Remove the condenser manifold rivet.
- Release the 2 condenser clips at the radiator and detach the condenser from the radiator.
- Remove the condenser core.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure. Install new gasket seals. Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- Fill the power steering system. For additional information, refer to «STEERING SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION»(ref-291860) article.
- Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
Note. If an evaporator core leak is suspected, the evaporator core must be leak tested before it is removed from the vehicle.
- Remove the heater core and evaporator core housing. For additional information, refer to «Heater Core And Evaporator Core Housing»(ref-291887-S21662749752008073000000) in this article.
- Detach the wire harness from the heater core and evaporator core housing.
- Remove the 15 evaporator core cover screws.
- Separate the 2 halves of the heater core and evaporator core housing.
- Remove the dash panel seal.
- Remove the evaporator core.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure. Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
Scheme 146
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W712320 | Heater core cover screw (8 required) |
| 2 | 18B300 | Heater core cover |
| 3 | 19C593 | Dash panel seal |
| 4 | 18476 | Heater core |
Note. If a heater core leak is suspected, the heater core must be pressure leak tested before it is removed from the vehicle. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS article.
- Remove the heater core and evaporator core housing. For additional information, refer to «Heater Core And Evaporator Core Housing»(ref-291887-S21662749752008073000000) in this article.
- Detach the wire harness from the heater core cover.
- Remove the 8 heater core cover screws.
- Remove the heater core cover.
- Remove the dash panel seal from the heater core tubes.
- Remove the heater core.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Scheme 147
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W505823 | HVAC module screw (4 required) |
| 2 | 19980 | HVAC module |
- Remove the instrument panel lower center finish panel. For additional information, refer to «INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE»(ref-291890) article.
- Remove the 4 HVAC module screws.
- Remove the HVAC module.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
3.0L or 3.5L vehicles
- Remove the lower cowl panel grille. For additional information, refer to «FRONT END BODY PANELS»(ref-291871) article.
- Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- Drain the engine coolant. For additional information, refer to «ENGINE COOLING»(ref-291897) article.
- Remove the instrument panel. For additional information, refer to «INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE»(ref-291890) article.
- Disconnect the A/C pressure transducer electrical connector and detach the wire harness from the thermostatic expansion valve (TXV) stud.
- Remove the TXV fitting nut and disconnect the fitting. Discard the gasket seals. To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Release the heater hoses clamps and disconnect the hoses from the heater core
- Remove the 6 heater core and evaporator core housing nuts. To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
- Remove the heater core and evaporator core housing.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure. Install new gasket seals. Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- Fill the engine coolant level. For additional information, refer to «ENGINE COOLING»(ref-291897) article.
- Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
Scheme 148
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | In-vehicle temperature sensor electrical connector (part of 14401) | |
| 2 | 19C734 | In-vehicle temperature sensor |
- Remove the lower steering column shroud screws.
- Remove the lower steering column shroud.
- Disconnect the in-vehicle temperature sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the in-vehicle temperature sensor.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Scheme 149
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5404480 | RH instrument panel end panel |
| 2 | 5406010 | Glove compartment storage bin |
| 3 | Air inlet mode door actuator electrical connector (part of 19D887) | |
| 4 | W712320 | Air inlet mode door actuator screw (2 required) |
| 5 | 19E616 | Air inlet mode door actuator |
- Lower the glove compartment.
- Remove the RH instrument panel end panel.
- Remove the glove compartment storage bin.
- Disconnect the air inlet mode door actuator electrical connector.
- Remove the air inlet mode door actuator.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Scheme 150
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LH temperature blend door actuator electrical connector (part of 19D887) | |
| 2 | W712320 | LH temperature blend door actuator screw (2 required) |
| 3 | 19E616 | LH temperature blend door actuator |
| 4 | DEFROST/PANEL/FLOOR mode door actuator electrical connector (part of 19D887) | |
| 5 | W712320 | DEFROST/PANEL/FLOOR mode door actuator and cam assembly screw |
| 6 | 19C772 | DEFROST/PANEL/FLOOR mode door actuator and cam assembly |
- Remove the instrument panel. For additional information, refer to «INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE»(ref-291890) article.
- Disconnect the LH temperature blend door actuator electrical connector.
- Remove the 2 LH temperature blend door actuator screws.
- Remove the LH temperature blend door actuator.
- Disconnect the DEFROST/PANEL/FLOOR mode door actuator electrical connector.
- Remove the 3 DEFROST/PANEL/FLOOR mode door actuator and cam assembly screws.
- Remove the DEFROST/PANEL/FLOOR mode door actuator and cam assembly.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Note. Care must be taken to minimize exposure of the receiver/drier cartridge to outside air. If multiple air conditioning (A/C) system components are being removed and installed, the receiver/drier cartridge should be installed last. The new receiver/drier cartridge should not be removed from its packaging until it is ready to be installed. Evacuation of the A/C system must be started as soon as the receiver/drier cartridge is installed. Excessive exposure of the receiver/drier cartridge to outside air will result in moisture contamination of the receiver/drier cartridge desiccant.
Note. Installation of a new receiver/drier cartridge is not required when repairing the A/C system, except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the receiver/drier cartridge. Damage to the receiver/drier cartridge includes physical damage or moisture contamination. Moisture contamination results only from a complete loss of refrigerant, and equalization of the refrigerant system pressure with atmospheric pressure for a period longer than one hour. If even a slight amount of positive refrigerant pressure is present in the refrigerant system before repairs are carried out, the receiver/drier cartridge does not need to be replaced.
- Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer «JACKING AND LIFTING»(ref-291849) article.
- Remove the lower radiator air deflector.
- Unscrew and remove the plastic receiver/drier cap.
- Remove the receiver/drier plug. Push the receiver/drier plug upwards and remove the snap ring. Install the bolt included with the A/C desiccant cartridge service kit in the center of the receiver drier plug and remove the plug.
- Using a suitable tool, grasp the receiver/drier cartridge grab handle and remove the receiver/drier cartridge.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure. Lubricate the receiver/drier plug O-ring seals using residual refrigerant oil from inside the receiver/drier. Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
Scheme 151
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Upper instrument panel storage bin screw (2 required) | |
| 2 | 5413594 | Upper instrument panel storage bin |
| 3 | 19893 | Center instrument panel register (2 required) |
- Remove the audio unit bezel.
- Remove the 2 upper instrument panel storage bin screws.
- Remove the upper instrument panel storage bin.
- Release the 3 upper clips on each register and remove the 2 center instrument panel registers.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Scheme 152
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5404480 | Instrument panel end panel |
| 2 | 19893 | Register |
Note. Passenger side register shown, driver side similar.
- Remove the instrument panel end panel.
- Working through the instrument panel end panel opening, release the 2 lower register clips and remove the driver or passenger side instrument panel register.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Scheme 153
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Register barrel (part of 19893) | |
| 2 | Register housing (part of 19893) |
Note. Center registers shown, outer registers similar.
- Open the register barrel vanes, grasp the inside of the register barrel and pull the register barrel straight out.
- Release the 3 tabs and remove the register housing.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Scheme 154
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LH temperature blend door actuator electrical connector (part of 19D887) | |
| 2 | W712320 | LH temperature blend door actuator screw (2 required) |
| 3 | 19E616 | LH temperature blend door actuator |
Note. The LH temperature blend door actuator can be accessed from below the LH side of the instrument panel.
- Disconnect the LH temperature blend door actuator.
- Remove the 2 LH temperature blend door actuator screws.
- Remove the LH temperature blend door actuator.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Scheme 155
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W712320 | RH temperature blend door actuator screw (2 required) |
| 2 | RH temperature blend door actuator electrical connector (part of 19D887) | |
| 3 | 19E616 | RH temperature blend door actuator |
- Remove the passenger air bag module. For additional information, refer to «SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM»(ref-291881) article.
- Disconnect the RH temperature blend door actuator electrical connector.
- Remove the 2 RH temperature blend door actuator bracket screws.
- Detach the wire harness from the RH temperature blend door actuator bracket.
- Remove the RH temperature blend door actuator.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- Disconnect the A/C pressure transducer electrical connector and detach the wire harness from the thermostatic expansion valve (TXV) stud.
- Remove the TXV fitting nut and disconnect the fitting. Discard the gasket seals. To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Remove the 2 TXV bolts.
- Remove the TXV. Discard the gasket seals.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure. Install new gasket seals. Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
All vehicles
- Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- Detach the power steering reservoir from the bracket and position the power steering reservoir aside.
- Remove the TXV manifold and tube bracket bolt. To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
- Detach the wire harness clip from the TXV manifold and tube assembly.
- Remove the condenser-to-evaporator line fitting nut and disconnect the fitting. Discard the gasket seal. To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Remove the compressor manifold and tube suction fitting nut and disconnect the fitting. Discard the gasket seal. To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Disconnect the A/C pressure transducer electrical connector and detach the wire harness from the TXV manifold and tube.
- Remove the TXV fitting nut and disconnect the fitting. Discard the gasket seals. To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Remove the TXV manifold and tube assembly.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure. Install new gasket seals. Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.
- Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-291859) article.