2003 FORD MUSTANG oil type

Ford Motor Company has approved a procedure to provide technicians with a non-
CFC method
of flushing contaminated A/C system heat exchangers, A/C evaporator core, and A/C
condenser core. The procedure allows the specific components to be cleaned and flushed while
installed in their normal in- vehicle location. The types of contamination flushed include particle
matter that results from A/C compressor or desiccant failure within the suction accumulator/drier
and gummy residue that can form when refrigerant oil is overheated during A/C compressor
seizure. The flushing process is a two- step procedure that involves the use of an A/C Flush and
Purge Machine 219- 00022 to:
z Circulate the flushing solvent through the heat exchanger in the reverse direction of
normal refrigerant flow (back- flushing). Particulate matter picked up during flushing is
filtered from the returning solvent before the solvent is returned to the reservoir for
continued circulation.
z Remove the flushing solvent from the heat exchanger. In this step of the procedure,
pressurized air 621- 862 kPa (90-125 psi) is used to push and evaporate any remaining
flush solvent from the heat exchanger.
2. Discharge the A/C system. Observe all safety precautions. For additional information, refer to the procedure in this section.
3. Disconnect the refrigerant lines from the heat exchanger(s) to be flushed.
4. Connect the A/C Flush and Purge Machine 219- 00022 and A/C Flush and Purge Fitting Kit 219-
00024 to the heat exchanger to be flushed. Do not flush through the A/C evaporator core orifice,
mufflers or hoses. Internal plumbing and material make- up of these components make it
impossible to correctly remove foreign material or residual flushing solvent.
5. Use 3.785 liters (one gallon) of A/C Systems Flushing Solvent part number F4AZ-19579- A to
flush the heat exchanger for a minimum of 15 minutes. The flush solvent may be used for one
or both heat exchangers in the A/C system. However, the flush solvent is intended for one
vehicle only. The filter used on the flushing unit is also intended for use on one vehicle only.
6. Flush the component for a minimum of 15 minutes.
7. Apply 621- 862 kPa (90-125 psi) pressurized air to the component for a minimum of 30 minutes.
The 30- minute purge time is required to force and evaporate all residual solvent from the A/C
system component. Failure to successfully remove all residual solvent within the component
can result in system damage when reconnected and operated. Dispose of the used flush
solvent and filter in accordance with local, state and federal emissions.
8. NOTE: A/C system filtering as described in this section is optional if system flushing is carried
out. However, the filter kit use is recommended after flushing if the A/C system contamination is
extensive.
Install a new A/C evaporator core orifice in any vehicle being serviced for A/C compressor or
desiccant failure.
9. Install new refrigerant hoses if clogged with foreign material.
10. Reconnect the heat exchanger being serviced.
11. Add additional refrigerant oil as required. For additional information, refer to the procedure in this section.
12. Evacuate, leak test and charge the A/C system. For additional information, refer to the procedure in this section.
13. Check the system for normal operation. Klj . 2 ba
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A one- piece lip- type seal (installed from the front of the A/C compressor) is used to seal it at the
shaft opening in the assembly.
z Five double- acting pistons operate within the cylinder assembly. The pistons are actuated by a
swashplate that converts the rotating action of the shaft to a reciprocating force.
z Reed- type discharge valves are located between the cylinder assembly and the head at each
end of the A/C compressor.
z The A/C compressor uses PAG oil, or equivalent. This oil contains special additives required for
the A/C compressor.
z The A/C compressor oil from vehicles equipped with an FS- 10 A/C compressor may have some
dark colored streaking while maintaining a normal oil viscosity. This is normal for the A/C
compressor and is caused by break- in wear of the piston rings.
The magnetic A/C clutch has the following characteristics: zIt drives the compressor shaft.
z When the battery positive voltage (B+) is applied to the A/C clutch field coil, the clutch plate and
hub assembly is drawn toward the A/C clutch pulley.
z The magnetic force locks the clutch plate and hub assembly and the A/C clutch pulley together
as one unit, causing the compressor shaft to rotate.
z When (B+) is removed from the A/C clutch field coil, springs in the clutch plate and hub
assembly move the clutch plate away from the A/C clutch pulley. A/C Compressor Pressure Relief Valve Item Part Number Description
1 19D798 A/C clutch field coil
2 19D784 A/C clutch pulley
3 N805338-S2 Pulley snap ring
4 19D648 A/C clutch hub spacer
5 19D786 Disk and hub assembly
6 N805332-S2 A/C clutch bolt Klj . 3 ba
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A/C Evaporator Core
NOTE:
The evaporator core is not separately serviceable, it is serviced only with the evaporator core
housing assembly.
NOTE: Installation of a new suction accumulator 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 suction accumulator.
The A/C evaporator core is the plate/fin type with a unique refrigerant flow path.
zA mixture of refrigerant and oil enters the bottom of the A/C evaporator core through the A/C
evaporator core inlet tube and moves out of the A/C evaporator core through the A/C
evaporator core outlet tube.
z This flow pattern accelerates the flow of refrigerant and oil through the A/C evaporator core.
Evaporator Core Orifice
NOTE: The evaporator core orifice is an integral part of the condenser to evaporator line and should
be installed as an assembly with the line.
NOTE: A new evaporator core orifice should be installed whenever a new A/C compressor is installed.
The evaporator core orifice has the following characteristics:
zIt is located in the A/C condenser to evaporator line.
z It has filter screens located on the inlet and outlet ends of the tube body.
z The inlet filter screen acts as a strainer for the liquid refrigerant flowing through the evaporator
core orifice.
z O-ring seals on the evaporator core orifice prevent the high- pressure liquid refrigerant from
bypassing the evaporator core orifice. Klj . 5 ba
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The suction accumulator (19C836) is mounted to the A/C accumulator bracket (19D606) to the right of
the vehicle centerline. The inlet tube of the suction accumulator attaches directly to the A/C evaporator
core outlet tube and the outlet tube attaches to the A/C manifold and tube.
After entering the inlet of the suction accumulator, the heavier oil-
laden refrigerant contacts an
internally mounted dome (which serves as an umbrella) and drips down onto the bottom of the
canister.
zA small diameter oil bleed hole, in the bottom of the vapor return tube, allows the accumulated
heavier liquid refrigerant and oil mixture to reenter the compressor suction line at a controlled
rate.
z As the heavier mixture passes through the small diameter liquid bleed hole, it has a second
chance to vaporize and recirculate through the A/C compressor without causing compressor
damage due to slugging.
z A fine mesh screened filter fits tightly around the bottom of the vapor return tube to filter out
refrigerant system contaminant particles.
z A desiccant bag is mounted inside the canister to absorb any moisture which may be in the
refrigerant system.
z A fitting located on the top of the suction accumulator is used to attach the A/C cycling switch. A
long- travel Schrader- type valve stem core is installed in the fitting so that the A/C cycling switch
can be removed without discharging the A/C system.
A/C Cycling Switch
The A/C cycling switch is mounted on a Schrader- type valve fitting on the top of the suction
accumulator.
zA valve depressor, located inside the threaded end of the A/C cycling switch, presses in on the
Schrader valve stem.
z This allows the suction pressure inside the suction accumulator to control the operation of the
A/C cycling switch.
z The electrical switch contacts open when the suction pressure drops. The contacts close when
the suction pressure rises. For specifications regarding operating pressure(s), refer to Section 412 - 00 .
z The A/C cycling switch will control the A/C evaporator core pressure at a point where the
plate/fin surface temperature will be maintained slightly above freezing.
z This prevents icing of the A/C evaporator core and blockage of air flow.
z It is not necessary to discharge the refrigerant system to remove the A/C cycling switch.
Dual- Function Pressure Switch (4.6L)
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Condenser Core
Removal and Installation
NOTE:
If an A/C condenser core leak is suspected, the A/C condenser core must be leak tested
before it is removed from the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 412 - 00 .
NOTE: Installation of a new suction accumulator 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 suction accumulator.
All vehicles
1. Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to Section 412 - 00 .
2. Remove the pin- type retainers and remove the upper radiator sight shield.
3. Remove the air cleaner and air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 12 .
4.6L (2V), 4.6L (4V) vehicles 4. Remove the bolts and position the coolant bottle aside.
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Item Specification
PAG Refrigerant Compressor
Oil (R-
134a Systems)
F7AZ- 19589- DA (Motorcraft YN-
12- C) WSH-
M1C231-
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Condenser to Evaporator Line
Removal and Installation
NOTE:
Installation of a new suction accumulator 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 suction accumulator.
1. Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to Section 412 - 00 .
2. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 12 .
3. Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
4. Remove the line bracket pin- type retainer.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Remove the nut and disconnect the fitting at the condenser. zDiscard the O- ring seal.
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Item Specification
PAG Refrigerant Compressor
Oil (R-
134a Systems)
F7AZ- 19589- DA (Motorcraft YN-
12- C) WSH-
M1C231-
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COOL (blue) to WARM (red) causes a corresponding movement on the air temperature control
door and determines the temperature that the system will maintain.
z The A/C heater function selector switch combines a vacuum selector valve for direct control of
the vacuum control motors and electrical input to the instrument control module.
Control System Outputs
Blower Motor Switch Resistor
The heater blower motor switch resistor has the following features:
zThe assembly is located on the passenger side of the plenum assembly behind the glove
compartment (06010).
z Three resistance elements are mounted on the resistor board to provide four A/C blower motor
speeds.
z Depending on the heater blower motor switch position, series resistance is added or bypassed
in the A/C blower motor circuit to decrease or increase A/C blower motor speed.
z An overheating protective device (thermal limiter) will open the resistor coil circuit when the
temperature reaches 105°- 110°C (221°-230°F), interrupting the blower motor operation in all
speeds except HI.
z The thermal limiter cannot be reset and is not serviceable.
Control Actuators
Temperature Control Cable
The temperature control cable (19988) has the following features:
zThe cable assembly has a constant tension (pull- pull) dual cable design.
z The pull- pull design allows for constant smooth communication between the temperature control
knob and the air temperature blend door.
z The control cable can only be installed as an assembly.
Vacuum Control Motors
The vacuum control motors (18A318) control the position of the doors directing the air flow to the
different outlets. There are two types of vacuum control motors used in this system:
zSingle- diaphragm for air inlet and windshield defroster door operations.
z Double- diaphragm for air damper door operations.
Single- diaphragm motors have two positions:
z Shaft extended with no vacuum applied.
z Shaft retracted with vacuum applied.
Double- diaphragm motors have three positions:
z Shaft extended with no vacuum applied to either port.
z Shaft halfway retracted with vacuum applied to only one port. Klj . 3 ba
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Rear Spoiler
Removal and Installation
1. Open the luggage compartment lid.
2. Disconnect the high mounted stoplamp electrical connector.
3. Remove the screws and the nuts.
4. CAUTION: Use care not damge the pin- type retainers and pin-type retainer seals
during removal.
Release the spoiler from the two pin- type retainers in an upward motion.
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