Your Vehicle: 2001 Ford Escort ZX2 L4-2.0L DOHC VIN 3
 
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  Service and Repair  
 

REMOVAL

  1. Perform the Refrigerant Discharging and Recovery Procedure.
  2. Remove the fan shroud.

  

  1. Remove the screws and position the power steering pump reservoir aside.

  

  1. Remove the A/C manifold and tube support Clip retaining bolt.

  

  1. Disconnect the A/C manifold and tube spring lock coupling.

CAUTION: Plug all ports to prevent contamination from dirt or moisture.

  

  1. Remove the bolt.

  

  1. Disconnect the A/C manifold and tube spring lock coupling.

CAUTION: Plug all ports to prevent contamination from dirt or moisture.

  1. Raise and support the vehicle.

  

  1. Remove the screws and the radiator air deflector.

  

  1. Detach the A/C manifold and tube from the A/C manifold and tube support clip.

  

  1. Loosen the A/C manifold and tube retaining bolt and remove the A/C manifold and tube.

CAUTION: Plug all ports to prevent contamination from dirt or moisture.

INSTALLATION

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Lubricate the O-ring seals with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) F7AZ-19589-DA (Motorcraft YN-12-C) or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSH-M1C231-B.