Receiver Drier

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lincoln Aviator. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Material

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Installation of a new receiver/drier 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 receiver/drier.

NOTE: New O-ring seals, lubricated in clean PAG oil, must be installed before reconnecting any A/C fitting which has been disconnected.

Position the vehicle on a hoist with the gear selector in NEUTRAL.
Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) SYSTEM RECOVERY, EVACUATION AND CHARGING .
Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Fig 2: Removal Sequence Of Receiver Drier
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to REFRIGERANT OIL ADDING .
Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) SYSTEM RECOVERY, EVACUATION AND CHARGING .