Ford Escape: Climate Control System - General Information / General Procedures - Reset the Outside Air Temperature Sensor Learned Values
Configuration
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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. Make sure after the reset
is carried out the temperature is displaying correctly in the vehicle.
NOTE:
The outside air temperature sensor is also referred to as the ambient air temperature sensor in this manual.
Using the diagnostic FDRS scan tool, follow the on screen prompts to
run and reset the outside air temperature sensor learned values.
Inspection
NOTE:
Procedure 1 — Ambient Temperature below 21 °C (70 °F).
NOTE:
Proper A/C system diagnosis on a vehicle’s
compressor is dependent on correct refrigerant system charge and tested
in ambient temperatures above 21°C (70°F)...
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...
Other information:
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...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Air Conditioning Service Unit
Check
NOTICE:
Motorcraft® R-1234yf Refrigerant POE Oil (YN-34) only must
be used as a refrigerant system lubricant for High Voltage Battery
Electric vehicles. Addition of any oil other than Motorcraft® R-1234yf
Refrigerant POE Oil (YN-34) to the High Voltage Battery Electric vehicle
refrigerant system will damag..