2003-2011 Ford Crown Vic & Mercury Grand Marquis: The Most Common A/C System Failures

[@FordTechMakuloco]

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[@josearellano3268]

Oh fuck like that new intro.. 😆😆 looks like a bad ass movie preview 😂 Keep up the good work bro.

[@thetinpin]

@@pantherplatform We would probably get along pretty well! I've owned an 86 Marquis, 87 Town Car, 88 Town Car, 94 Town Car, 98 Town car, 2000 Town Car, and I drive an 09 CVPI now. :)

[@tonymaciel1887]

Please link the ac dye

[@lifewithquan6756]

Hey do you mind if I email you a recording of my 4.6l making engine noise ???

[@Justin-LaFleur]

I have a 1999 Ford Crown Vic Police Interceptor and the car overheats whenever I turn the A/C on (I live in the desert so naturally I want it on.) I've replaced the compressor, Accumulator, Condenser, the high and low pressure lines, the Orifice Plug and the cooling fan itself as it would shut off whenever the A/C was turned on and the new A/C compressor clutch would cycle on/off rapidly and will start blowing hot air and then the car will overheat. The only thing I haven't replaced is the evaporator drier. I had the A/C system professionally evacuated and charged when I replaced all these parts so it isn't low refrigerant or too much refrigerant. The car will run all day long in the 100+ degree heat and the new cooling fan comes on like clockwork at 210 degrees according to my OBDII sensor without the A/C on. Any clues as to what is causing the issue?

[@Orion40000]

As a Mercury owner and home mechanic, I just wanted to say that I appreciate both this type of video and the deep dives. Please keep up the good work!

[@hotdogs5265]

"Generally pretty reliable" only one of the most solid and reliable cars every created by man. I have seen so many of these with 400k+ miles.

[@Kevin_10225]

He is a Ford technician. He will know all the issues with the brand he works on. And he, as well as many other technicians will know NO car is 100% bulletproof. At least ONE thing will break or be guaranteed to break some time during the normal life of a car (before 10 years or 100k)

[@mikecastellon4545]

Even a multi billion dollar space shuttle is not perfectly reliable but the crown Vic , town car, marquis are as tough as anything devised by man ( yep, man, I’m not going gender neutral)

[@reedvending2384]

Mine is 08 ex nc police with street appearance package at 242000 miles. Mother wrecked it. Took out a rav4 and then into a chevy car oncoming. Total loss. I kept car they gave her 2300 for it so i fixed it by pulling core support back straight and with a 98 front bumper hood,header and steering nuckle along with a 08 gm fender. All silver parts. Only real thing under the hood damaged was battery tray. Didnt hurt rad. But this car had the same ac issue as one in this video.

[@alb12345672]

@@reedvending2384 98 has the same problem too. I just replaced it.

[@kas0016]

04 crown Vic bad better gearing than the rest. Still faster than the new ones

[@israelmondragon2664]

Whoever put a thumbs down is not right in the head. A year later and it's still helping out people that want to save some money by doing it themselves. Thank You Ford Tech

[@WreckDiver99]

Repair Videos are awesome. Even basic items are great, because one never knows when something "simple" comes along that you're not sure how to handle.

[@Malzanar2010]

I bought mine for $3000, one owner, all maintenance records. Already had a new intake manifold installed at the dealer, all new AC system, and had the 1-2 accumulator spring fix in the transmission. Such a solid reliable car.

[@waynesmith7487]

Definitely like the over the shoulder format. It's like having you look at what I'm going through with my vehicle.

[@timothycc711]

I honestly like both type of videos. I always learn something and it's nice to find out what type of cars are having what specific problem and how to fix them. Excellent video thank you.

[@itsmebruddahlee]

I like that, “hanging in the shop with you!” I am a retired mechanic so I can relate to your work, and thought process. I own a 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. Keep it up!

[@barrybebenek8691]

My ‘04 Marauder has been my most reliable vehicle I’ve owned over 35. These ‘Panthers’ are great IMO. 🇨🇦👍🏼

[@Adam1nToronto]

Barry Bebenek My '03 300 "eh" recently hit 470k kms. A few things are starting to show wear, but still super reliable.

[@joesmo4919]

I agree my 2003 Marauder has been trouble free 120000 miles no issues😁👍😎

[@Deaths_Inevitable]

My 03 Marauder A/C is bad & smokes for a few sec thru tailpipes on start up...

[@lilibethdoherty295]

Northern car for sure look at rust in engine compartment everywhere,Here in the we have mild winters and our cars last forty years!

[@kenrivers9757]

Was thinking the same just now. My parents have an 06 92,0000 miles and the engine is still pretty clean and has never been washed. But we love in south South Carolina not much snow lol.

[@AKJeeper]

I replaced the accumulator on my step-daughter's 2000 Volvo V70XC last summer. The car is located in the midwest where she goes to college and that accumulator was just absolutely rotted - just like this Grand Marquis. The dye was just oozing out of it. Thankfully the accumulator was easily accessible and I got her AC working 100% again. Thanks for the video, I appreciate that you show it being done the right way and not like a lot of other guys out there simply shoving stop-leak and more refrigerant in there.

[@freddyhollingsworth5945]

Great video, we need these types of videos on 6 to 15 year old vehicles, real world issues, real world approaches, and the fix. Do a rebuilt on a 4R70W while you're at it. Thanks Brian!! Freddy in Arkansas.

[@airborne63]

Thanks for the video, more like this would be appreciated. I've owned several Crown Vics, both Police and Civvie LXs.......Love them. Simple to repair, parts are plentiful, and when maintained, the cars are extremely reliable.

[@christopherhylton8462]

Being a 30 years experienced auto tech, I agree with you. Other than the early models with the all plastic intakes with the coolant runner integrated with the intake at the front, these things are pretty much bullet-proof. The climate control panels can be a bit pricey, and some are discontinued by Ford, but overall cheap to fix. I am no fan of Fords but I give credit when due. These are the ONLY Ford vehicles I would consider owning manufactured after year 2000, all the rest are pure junk, especially the trucks and SUV's.

[@bertgrau9246]

@@christopherhylton8462 Sir I agree with you. My wife and I have a 2001 Lincoln town car, and it's a great car not much for maintaining and they get great gas mileage. At least I think so driving through some mountains we still got 23 MPG

[@ralphburch5815]

Would like to have heard it run with the new pcv. Just to compare the sounds. But love your stuff! Please keep em coming!

[@markhawkins6276]

Please do more of these videos and the technical stuff too. These are more like what a home (shad-tree) mechanic can do with some simple tools.

[@markk3652]

BOTH types of videos are good to see. This latter type may benefit those not so inclined to know much about car repair to identify with same type symptoms/sounds. This way they can either go into diagnosing and fixing an issue, or farming it out to someone they trust to repair it. I recommend you, your shop, and your video channel to anyone I know that drives a Ford vehicle. Your knowledge, experience, and reputation stands head and shoulders above many other repair shops I've dealt with in the past. There are those who insist on the dealership route, and that may work for some, but the thoroughness you demonstrate, and your very fair pricing will keep me coming back to you, and continuing recommendations to others to do the same.

[@peadarmacewen4710]

I drive a 20 year old Town Car a brutal environment - your videos have same me thousands of dollars, and hundreds of hours! Thanks.

[@TexCynRVLife]

Thank you! I learned a few things. I have an '03 Crown Vic, 379k miles on it. An ac issue popped up. I thought a bad relay, but with your help on this vid, I can inspect a few other things as well. 👍

[@kevinw9625]

I like this video, keep them coming. I watch everyone of your videos religiously. You have one of the best car channels on KZbin! I've never owned a GM before, always Ford, but I own a 08 suburban 2500 now and I'm sad that there isn't as good of a channel for GM vehicles. Keep up the good work.

[@nigelgoodwood4651]

As a former Ford Motor Employee (KCAP) I just wanted to thank you for your Videos. I know what they did to you techs; thank you again for keeping us retires up to date.

[@mikecastellon4545]

What did they do to the techs?

[@flybyairplane3528]

Hello, I just found you and subscribed, a 91 FORD TAURUS was not a car t have owned, but I bought one in good condition from a used car dealer of great reputation , tool care of it eventually the tranny went ‘after’ the recall went, but gad a SEPERATE warranty from that dealer, I only had to pay for engine mounts, had my mechanic install an tranny cooler I had ,,disconnected the ENGINE RADIATOR COOLER, never a problem after so that car quit after 430 K, #5 cyl , low compression , otherwise just routine stuff .replaced it with a 2013 TAURUS , CHEERS FROM NJ USA🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@Bender_94]

Timing couldn't be better, my 03 MGM AC just stopped working. Thanks for the tips, keep up the good work!

[@johnbehr5785]

Your vides are awesome, your a good teacher that makes learning these engines repairs much easier.

[@andydundas2443]

Just bought a 2008 Crown Vic with 125,000mi The A/C isn't working. Can't wait to get my hands dirty. 😊 These are great videos! Please keep'em coming. 👍

[@1bozo9]

Great video! I like how you mix up the videos between technical and general repairs. Keep up the great work.

[@acemobile9806]

Simply put, you don't make bad videos Brian. Par excellence brother! Just keep doing what you do best

[@jamesh6229]

Yes please, this type of video. Looking over your shoulder while you do the repairs are my favorites.

[@cmarshall2211]

Definitely like the new format. Much like the dealership days which attracted me to your videos to begin with. Keep up the great work.

[@watershed44]

@FordTechMakuloco Glad to see you moving towards the direction you had when you worked at the dealership with more general troubleshooting and repair videos.

[@NY411Info]

I like both types of videos. Ones that are more complicated, and nice to see the basic troubleshooting. Thanks for the vids.

[@SmittySmithsonite]

Great vid, Brian. I’ve always loved these cars. I’m on my second ‘86 Grand Marquis in 23 years. The one I have now I bought in January 2003. We take it off the road every winter. 267,000 miles and still running like a champ! I could never understand why FoMoCo insisted on using steel accumulators. Even GM used aluminum, and that company would kill its own kin save a nickel. I’ve got a customer with an 03 crown Victoria. In the process of replacing the door hinges on the left front. I don’t usually buy parts from a Ford dealer, so I got mixed up on dealer’s website, and ended up with a rear hinge. I went back and looked over the site, and even after entering “front left” in the search, it put me on the rear door! I wasn’t too happy with them so they’re covering the shipping back. At least that’s what they told me. Now playing the waiting game. I figured I’d save some time buying the entire hinge, rather than a pin and bushing kit. Live and learn on that one! Fun fun! I think a mix of those videos you mentioned would be great. Enjoyed this one, brother. 👍🍻

[@michaelbelle4702]

I could spend all day watching these videos. Keep up the great lessons

[@charlesbrewer4179]

Brian, I like both types of videos. You do an excellent job on both. Just keep them coming for us poor Ford fans!!!

[@GIGABACHI]

Useful and Entertaining. I still haven't found a video made by you that made me stop halfway and jump to another "channel". I always walk away with new knowledge, free knowledge.

[@oldhouseredux7733]

I love this style, and the in-depth technical ones too. A mix of both would be awesome :)

[@theodorerinehart781]

One of the best videos you made Brian, these are great vehicles that give a lot of service

[@ThePlowGuys]

You are the best. We own three fords. We are not Ford people it was by chance that we ended up with all Fords. Your videos are really helpful.

[@lvsqcsl]

My Grand Marquis is a 1996 with 400,000 miles. I did have the dryer replaced, but, I have also had 3 blend door actuators. The dryer on mine is mounted next to the evaporator casing. Those cars with the 4.6 2V and the 4R75E transmission are tough as nails. Great cars! Great video!

[@brrichard858]

Love all of your content. These videos where are diagnosing are excellent. Look forward to more!

[@karrkraft893]

Both types of videos are fantastic. Best tech channel on KZbin.

[@ReclusiveMountainMan]

Love the idea of being about to virtually hang out at the shop while you diagnose/fix Fords. Love the technical videos (no one does them better), and this new format. Keep up the good work, and thanks for the content.

[@jasonstrout4502]

Yesterday I got my girlfriend a 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis ls Ultimate Edition with 115,176 miles. Listening to the engine you were running in this video they sound the exact same well they're both 4.6l but I drove it home an hour and a half too our house and I couldn't be happier for $2,100. Oh yeah I am in Maine there's surprisingly little rust because where it lived they only use sand in the Winter.

[@kenandree7102]

I learned more from this video then from most of your others because there is a limit, tooling, knowledge, that I would never attempt alone. Keep them coming!

[@buckygraham9989]

SPAM SCAM!!!

[@jackprycee6977]

Hey there ! I flip a few cars just for fun in my retirement. I can say I’m a fan of Lincoln town cars , crown vics, granmarquis. Every time I buy one I check that part. They all fail over time. It’s a cheap easy fix. Just replace and recharge the system. Next would be the brake light switch !! Lol. Great reliable cars built to take a beating. Last of the big v8 road cars ! May I ad the the part was 29.00, pag oil was 6.00 and the clip for hose removal was 3.00. Took me 32 minutes to replace and done. Ice cold Ac every time ! Thanks guys

[@DannerPlace]

Great video. Just bought an '11 CV, and keen to keep it top notch.

[@MD-173]

An Intake Manifold replacement for a CVPI preferably 2007 would be an awesome mix of general repair and torque spec/sequence tutorial! If you could do it in the next couple of weeks tested be great lol! BEST FORD CHANNEL ON KZbin.

[@Bushy556]

I’d love to have that car. Wish they still made cars like that.

[@JUSTINMARTINEZ-e6b]

Very appreciative of your explanations as you go along. You are schooling us like a pro!!! Professor!!!

[@robertcrawford7052]

I like this video that shows diagnosis of common problems. I would even like videos of older 5.0 L Crown Vics, if there are any still running. Thanks!

[@daytonafuntim]

Love this video... You've saved me thousands FTM! Wish you were alittle closer to NWI so I could bring my CVPI to you for servicing. Thanks again!

[@mikes9939]

Great video, I think we all appreciate being able to look over your shoulder as you said. Very informative, please do more.

[@mikeshowtoandthings]

Both these types and the technical videos are greatly appreciated!!!! so yes both for certain!!!

[@mikeybhoutex]

Both kinds please! I learn from them. They help me decide if I can or can't do a job. They're also good to help figure out what kinds of Fords are good and not. Keep doin' what you're doin' however you're doin' it, and I'll be a-watchin! And thanks for taking the time to do 'em!

[@bertgrau9246]

My wife and I have a 2001 Lincoln town car, and we have owned it since about 51,000 miles we now have 116,000 and have not had any A/C problems, thank GOD For that. Recently replaced front rotors and brake pads, used high performance rotors and brake pads it made a bunch of difference, brakes at least 15% better.

[@adamwagner9513]

i like the short vid as much as the longer ones 03 Vic and 10 F150 here big fan of the channel much thanks

[@davyarthurs]

Yep, more of these type of videos please. Lot to be learnt from watching others thought and diagnostics processes.

[@ElectronicMechanic50]

All your videos are great and super helpful I've repaired numerous vehicles by watching your videos

[@tioasn]

A/C system. A blast from the not so distant past. Good work.

[@lesforan7695]

I really like this video. I have a 2010 Grand Marquis 4.6. It is stock except for a K&N cold air induction system. Thanks for showing the potential problem with the AC accumulator. I'll check mine for hidden corrosion. My car has 79K miles and I am going to try for 300K.

[@hitekrednek66]

Great vid as usual sir. I wish you would do more on crown vics and grand marquis. For those of us who love these cars and drives them daily. Keep up the good work. I like the more technical how to vids myself. I reference them often since I have 99 CV and an 06 f150. I do as much wrenching I can and your content has helped me a great deal.

[@ralphvaccaro2638]

Good Job as usual

[@j.owenwillis2460]

I have been watching for years. I do like the blow by blow videos like this. Love it! Stay Safe

[@freddyhollingsworth5945]

Great video! I have a fleet of these cars. 400,000 miles easily with an intake manifold and regular maintenance and you're good to go!!

[@jimbeckettplay]

Please keep doing this format of video. I am a big fan of both styles.

[@robertrossi8997]

Brian...you are a great mechanic and a great explainer and your audio and video quality is excellent. I will watch you no matter what you are working on. Any repair, or diagnosis toe whatever is fine with me!!!

[@MrHossola]

Never had a bad video yet no matter what the repair, keep up the good work Brian!

[@bernie472]

Great video! When you show us how to do a repair from the best, that's extremely helpful!

[@ozziestrom9793]

I've always enjoyed your channel no matter what the subject is. The reason, there's no beating around the bush you're good at what you do.

[@mattblack7874]

Love these type of videos, keep them coming! I own an 08 CV with 230k runs like a champ

[@shawngallant3809]

Definitely keep up with these types of videos. Very informative

[@jeremyanthony9300]

Brian, been watching your channel for a few years now, and I've noticed you've never done any videos on the transit or transit connect vans . would love to see some repair videos on those sometime. Also please stay safe during this corona virus pandemic as I thought said you were from Chicago illanios. I know they've been hit hard too.

[@GodsservantJohn330]

Don't know about your other videos since this is the first one I have ever watched but I thoroughly enjoyed it. I also enjoy technical videos anything I can do to learn is great so I don't have an opinion you on your other ones but this one was enjoyable being able to watch your diagnostic process, learning how to think through things in my opinion is better than simply learning what to do even though that is obviously just as important

[@jamesplotkin4674]

So, is there a flat-rate on that PCV replacement? Bet it's an hour! I'd gladly pay it for your professionalism. Keep the great work going.

[@jerryhablitzel3333]

It’s an hour if it’s customer pay. .2 if it’s warranty.

[@poot111111]

Loved this style of video and you covering Panther Bodies, please keep em' coming!

[@spelunkerd]

Interesting to see how the plastic cover didn't protect it at all, old style receiver/dryers lasted a lot longer even with natural frost. Honestly I prefer the over the shoulder format, I often pause the video and think about how I'd approach it if the diagnosis isn't given up front. Well done, Brian.

[@kylebass4635]

I have a 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis with 173,000 miles. Brought it when it was one year old with 28,000 miles. Best car I've ever owned!!!!!

[@JustinLaNoue]

Love both styles of videos! This style I assume makes a bit more content that isn’t so intense to produce on your end too. 👍🏼

[@UncleSarkis]

Yay! Thank you so much. More Grand Marquis, Crown Vic, Towncar videos please!!

[@paulmay3943]

For specific issues related to my 05 5.4 lariat I like the detailed vids. But for general heads up info these shorter vids are great. 👍

[@oneordinarycitizen]

Great video. Will drilling a bigger hole in the plastic case of the replacement accumulator help drain out the moisture and prevent this problem from happening again?

[@Yophillips3272]

Maybe theres a way to delete the plastic cover all together

[@11122010sean]

Love the ride along style videos. Very informative and step by step. Thanks for all the great info.

[@Blue-moon12]

Small price to pay on these cars as they are very reliable otherwise.

[@glasser2819]

they love to eat maintenance parts. The accumulator has desicant built-in to trap any line moisture.

[@brad8665]

G Lasser well that’s why they’re called maintenance parts.

[@Chilling4Shillings]

Ford . Fucker Only Runs Downhill.... In Neutral

[@brucemorris3830]

Oddly enough, when the transmission finally gave out I think the only 2 perfectly working things on my old Marquis were the engine (of course) and the AC. But only on full blast because the fan resistors were blown 😂😂😂

[@jeffreysantos9070]

@@brucemorris3830 how many miles did it last?

[@johnviewer2305]

Thx Brian...i like these kind...but I'm hooked... I'll watch them all...you are our ford guru...

[@jag12549]

Yes, dig the video. More Ranger videos if you can too. They're such a popular truck with many similar designs

[@j.d.martinez153]

The fly on the wall videos, man 👍🏿 Diag is 90% of the proper repair. Not a ford guy, but my hats off to the last of the rwd big bodied fords(RIP).

[@Dannymurmaid]

The plastic housing around the accumulator is just for mounting? So one could cut windows in the plastic to allow air movement and reduce the time it takes to rot out?

[@nedgoyne4696]

Just bought an 07 Grand Marq so this was very interesting.

[@peteyhusker5994]

I bought a 07 too literally from a little old lady in AR only had 32k on it. Last eight years she had only driven it 2k. Really like the car!

[@danielmcqueen1024]

Nice! I'm looking for 2008 to 2010 right now... but used car prices will be dropping hard this Summer so I'll hopefully find the perfect Grand Marquis to add to my collection of Panthers :)

[@youtubeaddict-1868]

Yeah I have an 09 merc GM. Winter driving is a little more challenging, but then again I try to avoid driving in snow as much as possible.

[@Clamjammer]

Look out for a faulty intake manifold!

[@brucemorris3830]

donovo Was that on all years? I had an 01 & 03, and I’d love to have one more c 2010-11 Vic or Marquis but that plastic manifold does annoy me. Both mine went out in the low 100k miles range... 🤬’n Ford saving pocket change

[@GrandPitoVic]

I actually enjoy both types of video you do. As I own a 03 Crown Vic P71 this is definitely good to know. Both items. Thank you for the info.

[@crushbodybuilding]

I just got a 2010 with only 80k miles but it was NOT maintained and all the problems are starting to pop up now that I have driven it for a little while. I am glad to have a few crashed 2010s in junkyards near by but its getting pricy. Hopefully once all the little things are fixed its reputation will behold it and provide me with many years of service. So far it has at least proven easy to work on

[@daurbn]

Yes,like the diagnostic videos along with your regular ones. Keep up the great content!

[@jwelchon2416]

Yes. I like these "Follow along" videos very much. I have a 2000 Marquis. There is probably an accumulator in my future.

[@davidbrennan5]

I own a 1997 model, I bought it for under 2k about 7 years ago, I have had to replace the blend door motor, MAF Sensor and repair a small patch on the frame near the front passenger side. I did the brakes once and a brake line. I had an exhaust leak at the front flanges and just got the muffler guy to weld a 4 inch section to fix that. I have not had any other issues with the car. I am at 197 000 kms and it runs better than most new cars!

[@steveam29]

Love this format!! Problem solving is awesome!!! Thank you for these videos.

[@patdennis3751]

I like these videos. Was disappointed you didn't show how the connections were undone and reconnected on the accumulator though. I have an 02 Crown Vic so more on these cars please! I'd like to see how you go about changing front sway bar end links. Ford made them a pain in the ass on these cars

[@mark98070]

Thank you for you videos! I watch all of them and like the ones were you show how to do it rather than before and after the fix. I’d like to see some 90s f series truck vids but you probably don’t see any of them up in your area that haven’t rotted in half

[@mikeaho4143]

Great vid Brian. Thanks. Just like we're in the shop with you.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@todayisallwehave]

I have a 2004 Grand Marquis, 42,000 miles, with an unknown source engine tap, but the reason for the tap is known - the previous owner had the oil changed, but the garage didn't put oil in the engine. The car was driven out of the garage ok, (on the oil in new filter). The tap developed after about 5 minutes driving plus 5 minutes to bring it back to the garage (engine temp remained normal, did not overheat). The garage says the tap is coming from a bad timing chain hydraulic tensioner, but I disagree. The tap is not as loud as when it was brought back to the garage, it starts, idles and runs smooth. It's hard to tell if the tap is coming from the top or crank. The question is, is this car worth tearing engine apart to find out? Thank you for your site, it is great!

[@jakethesnake4971]

Man that sucks. With only 42k on it, it's probably worth it. Especially if the body is in great shape

[@thetinpin]

Do I like these videos? Yes, you could say that I really do! You gave me direction for nearly identical concerns on my 2009 Crown Vic! I had noticed an odd very low volume tapping from the right side of the engine bay that _didn't quite_ sound like something under the valve cover. I pulled the PCV before and gave it a shake, heard the rattle, and figured it was still good. The noise never changed volume or tone so I shrugged my shoulders and just lived with it. Regarding the A/C, it isn't what it was last year, so I will have to investigate the accumulator. Ugh, I'm gonna get a ribbing from a GM guy I know if this accumulator is rotting out just like the one on the 5.0L Explorer I owned a few years ago. Why the hell were those wrapped in a stupid water holding foam blanket, anyway? I thought the last generation Vic's accumulators were aluminum!

[@Random-rt5ec]

The camera man gets an A+ this was a very well made video