Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1987 Ford Tempo AWD L4-122 2.0L DSLFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Heating and Air Conditioning: Labor Times
| Standard Hours | Manufacturer Warranty Hours | Skill Level | Notes | |
| Evacuate/Recharge | ||||
| Evacuate & Recharge | 1.4 | 0.7 | B | Many Vehicles Are Now Using R134 Refrigerant In The AC System. Refrigerant Type Must Be Verified Prior To Servicing System. R12 Refrigerant MUST NOT Be Used In Any System Equiped With R134 Refrigerant. See Manufacturers Service Manual For Specific Repair Procedures. With Any Operation Requiring A Refrigerant Line Disconnect, Add AC Service, I.E. Evacuate, Recharge And Test For Leaks. Add For Refrigerant. |
| Partial Refrigerant Charge | 0.6 | 0.0 | B | Many Vehicles Are Now Using R134 Refrigerant In The AC System. Refrigerant Type Must Be Verified Prior To Servicing System. R12 Refrigerant MUST NOT Be Used In Any System Equiped With R134 Refrigerant. See Manufacturers Service Manual For Specific Repair Procedures. With Any Operation Requiring A Refrigerant Line Disconnect, Add AC Service, I.E. Evacuate, Recharge And Test For Leaks. Add For Refrigerant. |
| Recover | 0.4 | 0.2 | B | Many Vehicles Are Now Using R134 Refrigerant In The AC System. Refrigerant Type Must Be Verified Prior To Servicing System. R12 Refrigerant MUST NOT Be Used In Any System Equiped With R134 Refrigerant. See Manufacturers Service Manual For Specific Repair Procedures. With Any Operation Requiring A Refrigerant Line Disconnect, Add AC Service, I.E. Evacuate, Recharge And Test For Leaks. Add For Refrigerant. |
| Diagnose/Test | ||||
| System, Diagnosis | 1.0 | 0.0 | B | Includes: Partial Charge, Pressure and Leak Diagnosis. |
| NOTE | ||||
| Pin Point Test, Add | 0.5 | 0.3 | B |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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