1996 Ford Explorer AC Compressor Part 2

[@JamieTransNyc]

@ 2:24 The full explanation: Orifice tube is both a mesh filter, and the expansion valve. It eliminates the old-style expansion valve that mechanics had to tear apart the dashboard to reach.

[@syrilfiggus1350]

Replaced my Compressor clutch. This job was a nightmare. You made it look so easy.

[@ricardinobp]

Finally a good demo on how to flush the car AC system. Good video.

[@mystiqueman366]

I mistakingly bought a quart of liquid a/c flush, thinking it was an aerosol can as you used. If its in liquid form, I can pour small amounts into the lines, let it sit, and blow it out with compresser air right? Hopefully that will have the same effect as the aerosol.

[@APDTY]

@mystiqueman366 You are correct, that is exactly how you use the poor-in AC flush.

[@jorgehernandez4385]

Do I have to do the flushing on the AC system on my 2003 Ford Explorer XLT with the rear AC or only on older cars?

[@APDTY]

Most new car use a 'Parallel Flow Condenser' and flushing them is not recommended.

[@ep-ou7sc]

Will these steps work on a 4.0 dohc as well?

[@Rich-kc7fz]

Thank you for the 3 videos .. Help me a bunch,

[@callibucci8011]

Wish you could be the one to replace my air compressor! You seem to know what you're doing! Very impressive!

[@qntube]

Good video. I would recommend DIYers to wear safety glasses when tackling this job.

[@Benzyte]

I am doing this for my 97 Explorer but the Accumulator is stuck. By that I mean I can not get it to release from the pipe that was the nut on it. I don't know how else to explain that but any idea on how to get it to come loose?

[@APDTY]

It sounds like it might be just seized, if the pipes are physically stuck together, you can try soaking the connection in penetrating oil, it might take a while for it to work into the seized part, but that often works. Frequently, on aluminum on aluminum connections will oxidize and those connections can be quit difficult to separate.

[@TeezyTattoos]

Alright so bring it to a mechanic, got it!

[@kenjones2819]

awkward doing this when you dont do it often

[@05thampton]

The kits are good, and the on-line instruction excellent, but they really should make it clear that unless you have your parts installed by a CERTIFIED AUTO A/C SHOP, that there is NO warranty on the compressor. Even though it has a nominal one year warranty, it will not be honored unless you do as above, losing of course, any cost savings. You are on your own; buyer beware. I just had this experience today. Too bad, and disappointing. Now in less than a year, the compressor has sprung a leak in the case and I am buying another from a different source as a replacement, at my expense.