Ford Fusion A/C Not Working? Evap Temp Sensor Replacement

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In this video I show you how to replace the evap temp sensor that is the most likely reason why the a/c is not working in your vehicle.
Evap Temp Sensor Motorcraft Part #- YH-1662

[@edmundiverson6377]

This tutorial is absolutely as invaluable today as was when it was created 6 years ago! I just completed the replacement of this sensor, taking my time and following Brian's methods and instructions. The total job was under 4 1/2 hours, and that included a break for coffee with my wife (who is EXTREMELY pleased that I just saved us at least $1200!) This job was quoted as minimum $1200 from my mechanic, whom I rely on for 3/4 of my vehicles' service, so the cost for doing this has not diminished over the years. Take your time, use a bit of patience and keep track of all the screws and bolts. Special patience is needed when removing the pressure clips from the A pillars, but it CAN be done. Many many thanks to Brian for sharing his knowledge in order to successfully complete this repair!

[@krystalgraceXo]

Can I ask you a question I am having a similar issue with my 2012 Ford fusion my AC has always worked and I drove to work and I live in Florida where your car easily gets to 100°degrees as I turn the car on the AC clicked but didn't turn on as I was driving I tried again and it turned on and I didn't think much of it again until I went to turn my car on for another time in the AC again was not working again when I was driving I was messing with Max AC dual and it eventually kicked back on this is now going on the 4th day it is no longer coming on at all anymore when I have the car in park I can hear the clicking noise of it wanting to turn off but it doesn't do anything were the issues you were having??

[@lindahanus9017]

OMGOODNESS!!! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! AWESOME VIDEO! YOUR THE BEST!!!! My daughter and I were able to do the job! She now has cold air in her 2009 Ford Fusion!!!! WHOOOHOOOOOO! THANK YOU!!! :-D

[@relerfordable]

What ? Really:-P That's awesome!

[@jessemartinez6781]

well hello gorgeous ;)

[@charnelemoore1751]

Linda Hanus did u have to take the whole dash off. I saw a video where you don't have to. I'm going to do this tomorrow

[@short5stick]

Bull shit.

[@tlucciono4569]

Did anyone have flashing lights and stuttering after all electrical wires were replaced?

[@angrycops9327]

The most worst place to place a temp sensor ...

[@brian5o]

Thank you very much for posting this video! I've paid the dealer for this repair once to the tune of about $1000 and I think the current sensor has also now failed. This repair looks much easier than I expected and after seeing you do it, I am sure I can now, too. Thanks again!

[@matt8863]

Awesome video Brian...Just happened to my 2012 Fusion. Started out intermittent, brought to the dealer under my extended warranty and they said the AC worked fine...Then it quits 2 days later and I drive straight to the dealer with max AC setting blowing ambient...They took it for a ride with their scan tool and said it is in fact this sensor...Said it was a 12 hour job and would need it 2 days...Thankfully it's covered.

[@tnttnt9252]

i have a 2012 ford fusion with 79000 miles. never had an issue with the car aside from stereo occasionally flips out. today when leaving a parking lot my A/C flipped from ice cold to boiling hot. now mind you the air conditioner did not stop working as that would have produced outside temp air blowing from vents. this thing switched temp from max cold to as hot as it could get. knob still on cold, max ac recirc and ac buttons all still pushed. turned car off back on poof ice cold ac for about 3 minutes. you can literally hear it switch from ac to heat. once again the air conditioner DOES NOT STOP WORKING!! it just switches from cold to hot on its own. i do not have automatic climate control i have all manual knobs and push buttons. while driving, sitting or anything in between the car switches temps. while driving down the road, i can super fast blip the key off/on long enough to make the computer to freak out and tell me the traction control doesnt work (it does) and also "check breaking system" ( also nothing wrong with it, just a result of the key blip). doing that will return ac to cold for a few minutes. in the course of the 4 mile trip home i blipped the key 20 times? give or take. each flip of the key returned the ac to cold for around 30 seconds to 4 minutes. if anyone has a clue whats going on that would be awesome!! please help so i dont have to set it on fire and drive it over a cliff!!

[@jonathanmarshall9015]

Not sure whats going on. My 2015 is doing the same thing but the radio also starts going threw every station when the temperature problem occurs

[@bencellamare8263]

Hey Brian, i have 06 Fusion and my compressor cycles every 5-10 sec. Not low on freon and sometimes hoses freeze. Had ac unit recharged but same issue still. Could this be the Evap Temp sensor?

[@Dragontron20]

I paid $1000 to have this fixed 😭 I suck at fixing cars though

[@Filipenses-ob9ec]

Just fixed our 2010 Fusion Hybrid using the information from this video and saved a ton of money. Our a/c stopped working and the couple of times that it did work the air wasn't very cold. Also the passenger side was warmer than the driver's side. Eventually it stopped working all together. We knew the compressor wasn't engaging in our hybrid because the ACC gauge wasn't moving very much when we turned on the a/c. It took us about 3 hours to get it done. The bolts behind the instrument cluster were a bit tricky to put back on. Thank you very much for posting this video.

[@Ssgroffy]

My name is Scott and i have to tell you i would have never found that sensor without the video.Thank you very much!I love how you took your time explaining everything along the way.I can't believe they hid that part in such a place.

[@krystalgraceXo]

Can I ask you a question I am having a similar issue with my 2012 Ford fusion my AC has always worked and I drove to work and I live in Florida where your car easily gets to 100°degrees as I turn the car on the AC clicked but didn't turn on as I was driving I tried again and it turned on and I didn't think much of it again until I went to turn my car on for another time in the AC again was not working again when I was driving I was messing with Max AC dual and it eventually kicked back on this is now going on the 4th day it is no longer coming on at all anymore when I have the car in park I can hear the clicking noise of it wanting to turn off but it doesn't do anything were the issues you were having??

[@jonjo3795]

Dude I just took my 2012 Fusion sport. I’d get cold air then hot air. Firestone has a $9.99 AC check and it was done little valve looking stem. They replaced it at no cost and then AC was blowing cold the whole time. I did tell them after to the recharge even tho it started blowing cold air. Had them remove the old stuff and put in new Freon which I didn’t mind at all. I’m just glad it wasn’t a HUGE issue.

[@skypilot0077]

That car is a disgusting mess. I would have told the owner you have to clean this pig pen mess of shit and scum outa here before I even start working on this. How can people do that to their cars.

[@invictaization]

outstanding video,!! i own a 2008 ford fusion. now i can get to that sensor or heater core if i have to. thanks i noticed you had power left on. i thought i needed a heater core, but it was that short drain tube, added a piece of rubber pipe keeping the water away from fire wall , going back into passenger compartment floor. its dry now.

[@Stampscustomwelds]

Thank you soooo so so much. Very detailed....it worked!!! I also changed the blend door actuator while I was in there.👍🏿👍🏿

[@TonyJack2003]

Darn! That's too much work to replace that simple part. Thanks!

[@MattRowland]

My brother and I just finished this up on our own - took us about 2 hours or so, and everything worked great.

[@charnelemoore1751]

Matthew Rowland did u take the whole dash off

[@michaelgrenier8589]

Did you disconnect the battery first?

[@dougt953]

I was quoted $600-$900 to do this at different garages. Backyard mechanics want $400-500 which I think is a bit high, but they have never done this before. Btw - I have a 2007 Mercury Milan which is the same car as the Fusion. I watched several videos on how to do this and I did not remove the steering column as I saw in other videos. I just adjusted it out and low for the process. I also did not fully remove the gear shifter. I pulled the cable out of the slot, but did not unhook the linkage and I laid it to the drivers side and it was fine that way. Everything went well but I do suggest something a bit lower than a milk crate as the dash sits too high to get my arm over top of it. Once I had something a bit lower it was easy as anything to swap it out. This is definitely something that anyone could try. I would suggest having interior body trim removal tools as you will damage your interior with anything else. I bought a set from Harbor Freight for $6, along with a pick set for $2. I did mangle one clip on the window pillar so I am getting a new one for $2 @ Ford. It took me about 2.5 hours of work to get the dash loose and 45 min to get it back together with the process I did. Everything is back together and working fine now. Just watch the vid completely get all the tools you will need together. Then watch and pause as you take the car apart step by step. Once you are done, do the same in reverse as you do not want to forget a connection or where a screw belongs. Good Luck to you and thank you for posting the Video Ford Tech. Side note - while I was in there I pulled the Stereo and fixed the dead screen on it with some solder as seen in other videos for these cars. It's a common problem with a very easy fix. About 20 min of work for removal repair and install total.

[@marksreviewsandrants8554]

I just bought a used 2011 Fusion and the air was blowing good but not cold,that is how I found your channel we just dropped it off at the shop after waiting several hours for them to tell me that this was the problem.They gave me a price of $617.00 I like doing things my self but I do not trust myself taking all this stuff apart and putting it back together.

[@herethererainbows]

Thanks that’s probably what wrong in my for 2016 Ford Fusion

[@thomaslehmann5981]

Was it? I have a 13.

[@MrDastiles]

This is the best instructional video I have ever seen. Your words are clear and correct. I have been doing car repairs for over 30 years. great job dude.

[@kohenbyron3895]

i realize it is kinda off topic but does anyone know a good place to stream newly released movies online?

[@neilcayson2591]

@Kohen Byron Flixportal :P

[@kohenbyron3895]

@Neil Cayson Thanks, I went there and it seems like a nice service =) I really appreciate it !

[@neilcayson2591]

@Kohen Byron happy to help :)

[@Wreeeckitralph]

I just did this in my 2010 Ford Fusion and my AC isn’t blowing air at all anymore. Please help! I made sure that the sensor was snapped in securely

[@ronald8673]

What an assinine design. The engineer/engineers that designed this hopefully roast in hades when they pass. Let's tear half your car apart for a $10 part. Lol

[@stevewells2327]

Excellent video. But what a palaver. For the sake of an access port. Lazy design.

[@jullianbeau5215]

I am a student and I've never been a person to do repairs on my car. However, this video was great. I did the whole job in about 6 hours and used only a set of socket wrenches and a flat head screwdriver (to pop stuff open). Honestly, the only problem I ran into was taking off and putting on the upper trim panels. I really appreciate you taking the time to make this video. It saved me over 500 dollars!

[@clintallen4489]

Extremely helpful. Waited way to long to do this. Struggled getting the instrument cluster out

[@ronsimmaculatedetailing6335]

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[@wtfdinos]

This video has saved me over $1k. The shop wanted to charge $1400. I got the part for about $38. Might have gotten it cheaper if I shopped around. However, if you're not mechanically inclined, it can take a while. But on the opposite side, it is still doable, especially when it means fixing your ac in 95 degree weather without breaking the bank. I am an obese, out of shape woman and it took me all day to get it apart and I did need help at a few points. Also I have not put it back together yet. But getting the second power outlet unplugged was different in my car. It didn't have the little lever you pull to release and the tab was pointed downward so you couldn't see it to press it in (and it was hard to press). Plus my center console didn't seem to go as far back so it made it even harder to access. My mom was able to get it out though eventually. Then trying to disconnect the steering column was very difficult. I was able to unscrew one by hand but the second one was behind the brake pedal and hard to reach. So as an out of shape obese woman, it was hard to access. I also have short arms. My nephew was able to get under there and loosen it but it was still pretty difficult. Also needed him to get the bolt out after because of the awkward position. I also think this bolt was different than what was said in the video. I believe he said 12 mm but we got it off with a 10mm. My car didn't have the notches when you pulled the steering off so I'm a little worried about that when I put it back together. There was nothing to mark. My car also had the entire cluster trim as one piece with two extra bolts at the top that were kind of difficult to access but that needed taken out to remove it before accessing the cluster. I was not able to reach into the middle to reach the sensor because of my size, so I had to have my nephew do all of this for me. It was pretty difficult trying to instruct him what to do based on what was happening in the video. He's only 12 and doesn't know any of this either. I mainly needed him because he's small and has more strength than I do. He had a very difficult time getting the sensor out. Once he finally got the tab turned, it was very difficult to pull the sensor out. We tried pliers and even trying to push up on it with a trim tool. He eventually got it after almost giving up multiple times. Then it was difficult disconnecting the wire from the sensor. And we couldn't figure out where it was broken in the video to make this easier. I wish the video had shown it being broken off. But anyway he eventually got it. Now I'm at the point of needing to reinstall the dash but I just am feeling too weak and tired to get it lined up right to bolt into place. Also we don't have power tools. So after about 9 hours of this, I'm packing up and leaving it for tomorrow. I need to get an adapter to attach the sockets to our drill and hopefully that will make it easier to put things back together instead of trying to do it by hand. Good news though, I plugged in the wires to test it out and the AC is blowing cool!! So, this may end up being overall a 20 hour job with a bit of help from family, but point being is this video still helped us get here. If you're even slightly more knowledgeable or in shape, I'm sure it'll be a piece of cake. For reference onthe differences; my car is a 2010 Fusion SE.

[@serafinsilva1055]

Man. How do these people manage to get their vehicles so filthy?

[@codycrx]

thank you so much for the video! saved me i huge amount of time! beat the heck out of the book time on this job. a/c blowing ice cold now! took less than 2 hours

[@jokerzwild106]

Great video. Used it last summer to replace my temp sensor. Worked perfectly. Here it is one year later, same problem. Im assuming the temp sensor has went out again, cant find anything else wrong. Is this unusual?? I bought the last sensor at the ford dealer, thinking I would get better than aftermarket. Guess I was wrong. Thanks ford!! You suck!!

[@midwestmutineer7675]

This is insane knowing this sensor costs like $20 bucks....

[@yotiep.1072]

Broooi,,wtf...too much work...🤦🏿‍♂️🚶🏿‍♂️

[@unitedwestand5602]

I just had this problem with my 2012 Fusion 2.5 and found if I turn my headlights on before starting the car the ac will work no problem. As soon as I turn the headlights off the ac will blow hot air after about 10 seconds. Really weird trick to get it to work but A LOT of people have the same exact problem/solution. My question is it seems like the HVAC control panel Motorcraft part number CCM113 is what fixes this. Somethings wrong with the original control panel and looks like they have an updated Oem part number now maybe it fixes this issue permanently. But how do I know if it’s my actual control panel unit or this sensor you replaced?

[@nicolexd6578]

My husband and I just tried the light trick and it fixed the AC problem!

[@unitedwestand5602]

Nicole XD yeah so I did more research and if the headlight trick works, it’s the HVAC control module/panel part number CCM113. Cheapest place to buy is Rockauto for $198 as of yesterday, I just checked again it’s $216 now. Easy to install yourself. Good luck

[@HendersonChristopher-sf4oy]

Thanx bro !! Never would thought that this sensor is so important. Fixed it

[@valerieskallerup6860]

I found this video and was so excited! Until I realized how complex it was just to get to the compressor. I don't even have the patience to change my tires. Guess I'm going to the mechanic after all. Lol. Informative video though. :)

[@jbassett19777]

I can't thank you enough for posting this! I am almost done putting everything back together but couldn't wait to thank you!!!! You rock !!!

[@MaicSalazarDiagnostics]

thx so much for the video! I just finish the same job! The info on alldata and identifix is poor! Your video rocks!!

[@MaicSalazarDiagnostics]

I am glad to be of help!!

[@davidjsouth231]

Auto design engineers are my #1 public enemy.

[@garnetnelson1419]

That’s the funny part Fords are pin the part on the pony not engineered whatsoever

[@DonOwnsYou]

Holy shit this looks hard

[@bertmyers7078]

My 2010 Mercury Milan Hybrid had a little different Instrument cluster attachment but other than that, this video was a step by step instruction that allowed me to fix my ac and save $1000!

[@jamesgonzales58]

Brother, I can't tell you how much I appreciate the time and effort that you have put into showing us how to repair this car part. Times are hard and if we don't all work together it will be very hard to survive. Thank you my friend. Peace and health to you and yours, Jim

[@cesarlongoria7081]

Great video, spent about a day doing it but saved me $900! Thanks for your help!

[@frederickboyd127]

I got an estimate from a Ford dealership, and was told it would be minimum $1200 for my 2007 Mercury Milan. I explained to them what I assumed the issue was seeing it was a know issue, but instead they said they would need to first run a diagnostic on it first. I then went to a "mom and pop" shop in the neighborhood who has a good reputation. He told me he could do this job for $750. Then I stumbled on your video. Went to the same Ford dealership, bought the part you suggested for a itsy bitsy $25.88. Charged my laptop, got the socket sizes you gave, a drill, and got a loaner torque wrench from my local auto parts store. Needless to say, 4 hours later......ICE COLD AIR again. By no means am I a mechanic......but your video was SOOOOOO descriptive, I felt like a mechanic a Ford dealership!!! If you are ever in the Metro Detroit area, I will gladly treat you to cold case of beer!!!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Sounds good, glad to hear it all worked out! I love to hear stories like this!

[@misssmarilynnn]

I think I have this same problem! We checked all the fuses and they were all in good shape. It was working fine, I turned the car on and nothing. No A/C No Heat at all. I have a 2010 Ford Fusion Sport with the top of the dash box. Is that easily removable to access the evap temp sensor?... really want to avoid taking it into ford! any imput is super appreciated! Thanks!

[@JonahPratt]

I just did this today and dude your amazing thank you so much for showing us exactly how to do this you saved me $1,400

[@Evmendez333]

Oh my goodness! Thank you so very very much!!! My a.c. had been out for about 2 years no one could ever figure out what was wrong with it..and boom this was it my uncle replaced it now its as cold as Alaska lol if I could give you a hug I would!!! I would sweat my buns off in this texas humid heat...once again thank you thank you thank you!!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Now that is awesome!

[@larryhernandez6279]

entonces si funciono evelyn mendez yo tengo que hazer un 2006 fusion el compresor no prende y ya lo cambiamos le pusimos otro y nada

[@THELEGALIMMIGRANT1]

Awesome vid I currently have a ac leak on the low side line that connects to the compressor... But I enjoyed the the vid even tho is not what's wrong with mine... Great job

[@dragnet53]

These car engineers really make things complicated. I guess they believe people will just get new cars instead.

[@verticalvisione6309]

Great Video, helped out so much. Air works great again. I do have one problem that I'm not sure why its happening. Once I have everything back together and turn the key the horn blows and will not stop, no matter if you start the car, lock and up lock the doors or with the key fob. everything works fine, just the horn blows. Any suggestion?

[@mk9252]

Followed this video and changed mine. Took about 3 hours but air blows cold. Thanks

[@dbnoho]

Just donated $10 as this video saved me about $900. I'd like to donate more but I'm not sure it gets to the right guy. Either way, thank you. In less than 2 hours I took it apart and got it back together. To answer my own questions, two ways to do this in 15 minutes. 1 remove the windshield, lift the vent, break the plastic and needle nose pliers it out. Then have whoever reinstall the front windshield. Or option 2 use razors to cut a square lift the vent break the inside connecting plastic and you might be able to fanagle the evap sensor out. Then super glue the plastic in place. This would require another person to help guide you. Or, just follow the video as it's not that hard.

[@FormerGorilla]

9 yrs later, and you're still a life-saver.... at least a money-saver. Thanks a ton for this video. Did this in my garage in 3 hrs by watching this video. The job wasn't near as bad as people make it out to be. Btw, I lucked out as my 2011 has a keyed steering shaft/linkage. Thank you again!

[@thehomesteadadventures]

Great video, it's just what I needed! Forscan showed my evap temp jumping around from -20 degrees C to +20 degrees C and the AC compressor cycle on and off intermittently when the temp value was high enough. Picked up a $35 part, and my son and I had the car fixed 1.5 hours later. We also enjoyed the fishtank part of the video that we joked around saying the same thing when working on our car (without the tank, of course)

[@scottburns4515]

I know this is one of your old videos but I knew you'd have a video like this and I'm glad I found it. Thank you for posting this!!! Your video sVed me alot of money!!!!!

[@billwhitmore8043]

Brian, I'm a retired heavy equipment mechanic so I now avoid working on anything if I can just pay to have it done. When my daughters 2011 Fusion failed the Evap Sensor, I was quoted 8 hours to do the job at $110 hr plus parts. So, facing a $1000 repair bill, I had to think about it for a few weeks before coming up with a plan. Well, I've never used anything other than hard knocks and service manuals to take on any repairs on cars and heavy equipment. Then thinking that I better not mess this dash up or cause more damage because my wife will give me another "I told you so". That's when I met with a modern world mechanic (young dude) and he said "just KZbin it, I do it all the time". Yes, I gave him a hard time about using his IPhone to do his job but he said "fine then just sweat all summer, I don't care". Now the good part. Your video was outstanding and it simplified the job quickly for me and I'm now hooked on KZbin stuff. Heck, I might even come out of retirement now and charge people $1000 bucks for these jobs. I figure I can make about $4000 per day. Great job Brian! I am a fan now.

[@adjfrom98]

Quick question did you disconnect the connector behind the kick panel on the passenger side? And did you have the keys in the ignition or out when doing this? I don’t want to set off any anti theft stuff. Also is it possible not to disconnect the steering shaft and tilt the dash out? Any help appreciated thanks mine is a 2012

[@bobgriffin3928]

Pulled my dash according to video; I have one screw that I can't find a hole for. Other than than that my air is working great. Good video Dood - worked out great for me. thanks!!!

[@jbach564]

any advice on a 2002 tahoe not blowing cold air front or back?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Don't know tahoes but first thing I would check is the refrigerant charge level.

[@robertpowers90]

I just have to say thank you!!! Shop wanted $1200 for 7 hours shop time! Took me 3 hours by myself! Just taking my time watching step by step then reversing order. Also thank you for the extra tips at the end they came in handy. Don't be scared if you are thinking of doing it and mine is a 2010 so some difference's but not complicated.

[@davidharris1061]

Thanks for the excellent video. Just replaced a bad sensor in my 2010 Fusion Hybrid, with 68k miles. A few differences on the hybrid, at least in 2010: - extra connector in the rear console to the 110V AC outlet- pull rear panel out at bottom and it will swing up and you can disconnect it - no splines on the steering column shaft- just 4 flats so easy to keep aligned, but mark it anyway - extra bracket and 13mm bolt on passenger side of center console- this bracket will hit the center tunnel when you rotate the dash so watch the wiring to avoid damage - instrument cluster is different- 2 screws at top hold the trim, and the lower clips pull out, not up. Then 3 screws hold instrument cluster, easy to remove and disconnect. - 3 connectors in passenger footwell- large one and 2 antenna connectors (radio and satellite) AC works great now!

[@Love4juliaT8]

""Looking for Assistance"" I have Ford Fusion 2011 Gcc AND AC is giving big trouble. If I parked under the sun for 3 to 4 hours, After that if i drive the car and turn on the AC it will work perfectly fine with 100 cooling, unless I turn off the engine. If I parked my car in basement the ac will not work if turn on the car engine. 01 ) I have repalced the Compressor 02 ) I have replaced two relays in front fuse box which was purchased from Ford warehouse 03) Technician checked all the wiring. 04) I have changed two temperature sensor, one under the hood and second inside the Dash board. Dash board temperatur sesnor was very expensive job. Unfortunately, my car Ac is still not fixed. Basically if i bypass the compressor the Ac works fine. Is there anyone who can help me? I will really apperciate you kind help.. Thank you so much...

[@kellybarfield7710]

Hey FordTech. Outstanding video! I really appreciate you taking the time to create and post this video. Though I must admit, from first sight the job appeared to be very intimidating. However, I was able to complete the task today, took about 3 hours and every screw has a home...lol. This happens to be my wife car, so as they say " happy wife, happy life" . Thanks again.

[@paytensplace5046]

How do you know if it’s an Evap temp sensor or the ambient tempt sensor causing the problem?? Or are they the same thing? 😂🤦🏼‍♀️ My outside temp reading is wayyyyy off and my AC is just blowing fairly warm air even on Mac ac. 2012 Ford Fusion sel v6

[@Evrenthewrencher]

That stupid trim retainer i beat the shit out of it

[@carlosa.7913]

I hear 10th Avenue North playing in the background!!! Thanks for the tutorial, very helpful!

[@chaseschannel1151]

Welp. I replaced mine and now my stereo isn’t responding. At first the display was on and showed the time.... I unplugged battery turned back on and now the stereo is stuck on 590 AM station playing loud static but still is unresponsive... 😢 plz help, what did I do wrong? have unplugged battery multiple times, tried holding power + right button to reset radio, have also checked fuses.

[@markrodriguez3705]

Just fixed my AC, thanks to this video. Took me a little over 4 hours but it should've been quicker if I had owned power tools. Thanks for posting this video!

[@haleylisa201]

Thanks for the info! I have a 2007 Ford Fusion, and the a/c died two years ago--just blew hot air. The mechanic tried to replace the freon, but it still didn't turn on. Around this time, I had a bad oil change, the mechanic forgot to put on the oil cap and all the oil leaked out on the garage floor. Next to it was a lighter stain, thicker than water that didn't evaporate or look like oil. I'm wondering if the mechanic may have damaged the hose and caused some leak, but then why wouldn't the a/c turn on when the refrigerant was replaced? I brought it to an "a/c certified technician" who told me that I need a new compressor and condensor (for over $1000), but how could he have diagnosed that without any freon in the system? He unplugged the compressor and then tested some voltage reading, and told me that he was getting volt reading, so he thought there wasn't anything wrong with the switch and the issue was after the point of the plug, which would be the compressor. This doesn't make sense to me. How can you determine if the compressor isn't working, when you've just unplugged it???? Please help!!!! I am thinking that he should have checked the charge with the refrigerant fully loaded and also checked for any leaks, as well as check the sensor (by checking for codes, because they would not necessarily light up on the dash?)

[@ELSOVERSO]

Any body had problems starting the car after putting everything back together? the gauges panel does not illuminate and I'm sure it is connected. great video bay the way. mine it's a 2006 Milan less wiring to disconnect.. thanks FordTech...

[@benwiley5340]

Another success story! Great video, solved my problem perfectly. Funny how a 23 minute video project can take 5 hours though...

[@conradsmith7391]

This video is so wonderful. With your walkthrough, i was able to do this myself, change the part, and fix the car. Estimated cost between $1000 to $1500 by the mechanic. Only took me 3.5 hours and $30 for the part.

[@michaelgrenier8589]

Should I disconnect the battery to start? An answer from anyone would be helpful

[@edmundiverson6377]

I just completed this job without disconnecting the battery and had no issues. Mine is a 2011 Ford Fusion Sport for your reference

[@michaelgrenier8589]

Thanks. I’m gonna attempt this tomorrow🤞

[@jaydelgado6779]

Great video! Just replaced my evap sensor within about 3 hours. I really recommend this video for anyone that's looking to remove their dash! Thanks alot man!!! Saved me over $1,100

[@christophervelasquez8240]

Great vid, i just did the work on my 2010, was going to bypass it with a resistor but saw this vid and said the hell with it, it only took about an hour and a half thanks

[@ronald8673]

Ford dealer quoted $2,200.00 to replace Evap sensor on a 2014 Explorer, 10 hour dash dis/re assemble.

[@skypilot0077]

Do you know how to fix the mode door for the vents? I think mine is stuck. 2006 Fusion SE, my AC only blows out the bottom heat vents and the defroster vents. When I select the dash vents regardless if the heat or AC is on the air comes out the bottom and defroster vents.

[@jhorganful]

THANKS A MILLION! went all last summer without a/c.couldn't go another week.I knew this was the problem but was dreading doing the job.Not too,too bad.took appx. 4 hrs. thanks again

[@darriantryon9952]

You got my sub man. Just saved me hundreds of dollars

[@OGmudbone865]

Would you happen to know if there was a CEL on this particular vehicle?? I feel like this is my problem, but I've never had a CEL

[@Eid.Mohamed94]

thank you for this great video and i have mercury 2008 same yours And i don't know how i change the cabin air filter and my second problem is the cd player or the radio i don't know how make sync with my phone

[@1877theboss]

Hey, I have a 2010 Ford Fusion and I trying top change my evap sensor, but I can't get my a pillar trim out. How did you do it?

[@coolbjay5518]

Do your temperature rise up and down? I have a 2010 also not sure if it’s the same problem my air is not working The temp rises and drop when it drop to normal temp cool air kicks in

[@NICKELGHANDI]

Any way to get at it by going through the top of the dash? Is there anything between that cavity where the sensor resides and the top of the dash? I am thinking one could cut a door into the top of the dash and then have future easy access for when/if the sensor fails again.

[@shawnpeehgl]

hey man thanks. I just watched this video and it worked. AC ice cold now .

[@marka.2715]

Can I use this same temp sensor on a 2014 f150 (with some slight modifucation obviously)? Just wondered if the had the same ohm to ambient temp values.

[@dejuananderson8503]

I’m ready to throw the whole car away! Lol. A lot of work!

[@Evrenthewrencher]

I did evaporator core by myself its pure stupid spot

[@tykokidda4747]

Bro same here 😂mine just gave out

[@brandonb2011]

Saved me 4 hours of labour at a shop by watching this video, got it done in the driveway for free in 2.5 hours 👍

[@josephhorne5800]

I just had my system charged and that didn’t fix things. Then they told me I needed a new compressor. I’m still having issues. I might drive and have 48-50 degree air blowing the whole time, or it creeps up to 60 and even 80. The compressor will only come on briefly when this higher temperature discharge occurs. Could it be this part? Yesterday it blew 50 degrees for 2 hours straight. Today it’s back to being wonky. Help please.

[@fbull66]

mine is 2011 and the heat dial does nothing but come out blasting hot just like I turned the temperature all the way up... But when you turn the temperature down it does nothing

[@edifice98]

Thank you so much!!!!!!! I am strapped for cash at the moment and you saved me $500.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Good to hear!

[@MrFucinbored]

Thanks for your video replaced sensor today took almost 3 hours hand power lol cold a/c feels great... didint disconnect shifter our steering wheel hub

[@knightdiver80]

Your video was perfect! From start to finish it only took me three hours to complete with no power tools, and saved me over 500 dollars. The dealer would have charged much more. Thank you so much!! The car was useless to me here in Texas without ac. You are......definitely a blessing. Keep doing an excellent job!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Absolutely awesome to hear! Thanks for sharing.

[@marcdonnelly7414]

Great video. My mechanic is suggesting cutting a hole in the pop up compartment in order to access the sensor. This is to avoid having to remove the dash and to save time and $$. Do you agree with this shortcut? (Ford Fusion 2009). Thx.

[@eveinglesby9994]

Can a hole be made behind the radio to access the Evap Temp sensor in a 2011 Ford Fusion? Is there anything in the way of doing this? I realize it would be a hack job but I see so many people having to replace this sensor multiple times so why not make an access somewhere? Just curious since you are familiar with the set-up.

[@themcstricker3903]

I followed your video on how to do the evap temp sensor but now the cluster has anti theft flashing and won’t start

[@jeffmcelwee1]

I have a 2012 fusion hybrid, air was not working, the Ford garage said it was the sensor. $1000. So I watched your video and thought I could do it myself. Everything was going fine until I disconnected the connector by the passenger door. When I did everything shut off (dash lights) I noticed in your video they stayed lit. Everything went pretty smooth, till I hooked everything back up and no power anywhere. except for the seatbelt warning light flashing rapidly (I think that's what it is) Now no power, windows are down, and calling for rain. Any suggestions ? Thanks

[@msa_0619]

Good Morning: like your video there you have your web site. And also I have 2007 Ford Fusion myself. So I would like to know if I can change the Evap Temp Semsor on my dashboard air vents without taking the whole FUCKING car a parts? So I can do it or not?I'm calling from Houston Tx I hope to hear from you real soon ok

[@WhoopsieDoodIes]

I have a 07 Mercury Milan. Basically the same car with the same problem. I paid to get that sensor fixed about a year ago (worked great) and now the sensor is already fried again. I think if you really wanted to save time and a sore back and don't care if the cars plastics get damaged... You could just open the top dash storage door... cut the bottom out of the storage container with a hot knife or something to cut it... reach in and change out the sensor.... and put some type of heavy-duty tape to cover the hole you made in the top dash storage container. It's not the correct way of doing it. But sometimes on an almost 20 year old car... you really just want to get the dumb thing to work again. I never sell my vehicles. I just drive them until they're not worth a damn anymore lol. Hope that helps someone that can't afford to get a dash pulled or their back is bad.

[@ulisz]

Ever have the a/c buttons not come on??? Like the a/c had no power I turned it on twice and the third time they finally came on after a bit

[@msa_0619]

Howdy. Yes I would like to know how can check the Freon lines out see if there good or bad. Why I ask I was in a accident on right side of the car but the whole front got push in it fuck up the Radiator-Cool fan-A/C Condenser-Hood but Freon has some dats or good / bad might need to replaces the lines & need to replace Bumper-Grille-Right side headlight I'm calling from Houston Tx

[@mr.goodwrench6334]

Hi Brian , a question please . Would a bad Evap. Temp Sensor cause the evaporator core to freeze ? 06 fusion going down the road A/C working fine after a bit feel nothing coming out of vents . Can hear blower motor running ,just nothing coming out of vents , let the vehicle sit for a little while , then A/C works again . Any ideas ?

[@stevenzweifachgmailcom]

On a ford fusion, I replaced a bad evap sensor with a 30k ohm resistor on two wires on the blue connector behind the glove box. If the evap freezes (no air), then turn off the ac for 5-10 minutes. Easier than pulling the dash. Fakes the ECM into thinking the sensor if functioning. More info, mail me. Use a wiring diagram to locate the connector and wires

[@Terrysmithstudios]

Thank you for posting this. I replaced the evap temp sensor in my 2007 Mercury Milan yesterday and saved hundreds of dollars.

[@MS-mi5jq]

Thanks dear today 7 June 2024 My ford fuseion 2011 AC not cooling because need replace this sensor this video help me

[@mounirbenachour]

just a question: do i have to remove the dash from the FORD FIESTA 2008 (MK6) to change a leaking heater radiator or there are an other way to replace it? thank you

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+mounir benachour I don't have access to the manuals from other countries.