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:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
307-805Alignment Pins (2)
Ford Diagnostic Equipment
Materials
Name
Specification
Engine Oil - SAE 0W-20 - Synthetic Blend Motor OilXO-0W20-Q1SP
WSS-M2C947-B1
Removal
NOTICE:
Be sure to keep all fluid and debris away from any open ISC
(inverter system controller) connections, or disassembled/ open
transmission compone..
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