installing a/c compressor?

[NotQuik]

Mine went bad and I was just wondering how difficult it would to to install a new one with it being under the power steering pump and also my manifold line is leaking as well (line with the high and low pressure valves) is that difficult to intall as well? thank

 

[94opalgt]

1 bolt to unhook the lines from the compressor.4 bolts to take it off,2 on top two on bottom,actually they are all on the side.jack the car up and you can get all out from under the car.i just took all my a/c stuff off.as for the lines,just get an a/c line removal tool,you can get them at any auto part store

 

[tjh566]

but once you replace it you will have to evacuate the system and recharge it which takes some knowledge of refrideration and special tools and equipment.

 

[NotQuik]

thanks guys, i just want to install the compressor myself and the lines...I have a buddy that can ecacuate the system and recharge it for me at the ford dealer ship.

 

[BlownFiveLiter]

Simple swap, had mine done in under an hour. If you already leaked out your refrigerant, you won't need it evacuated before removing the old one, but you'll need to run a vacuum pump on it for a good hour after installing the new one before charging it, to remove any non-condensables from the system (air, moisture, etc.). Also, I believe the correct oil to use is PAG 150. Just pour it directly into the compressor before you install it, and you're all set.

 

[NotQuik]

that was my next question, how much oil do i add in there and do I need to add it before installing the compressor?

 

[WHITE94COBRA]

While your doing it get a new expansion valve, like 5 dollars, I did the new compressor, new dryer, new lines, new oil, and new refrigerant, all to find out my damn valve was bad! 5 min fix and $35 to have it done...... God damn car.

 

[NotQuik]

what exactly is the expansion valve? Also how difficult is an evaporator to install as well, just curious on that one.