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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1991THUNDERBIRD LX, 5.0 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)HEATING, VENTILATION & A/C (HVAC)A/C COMPRESSOR OIL CHECKINGOIL CHECKINGNIPPONDEOSO 10PA15F & 10PA17A COMPRESSOR
1991 Ford Thunderbird LX, 5.0 T
NIPPONDEOSO 10PA15F & 10PA17A Compressor
1991 Ford Thunderbird LX, 5.0 TSECTION NIPPONDEOSO 10PA15F & 10PA17A Compressor
- Start and run engine at high idle with A/C on for 15 minutes. Stop engine and slowly discharge system using approved refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment. Remove A/C compressor. Drain compressor oil. Measure amount drained and discard oil.
- If amount drained is between 3 and 5 ounces, add drained amount of new refrigerant oil into compressor through suction port. If amount drained is less than 3 ounces, add 3 ounces.
- If amount drained is more than 5 ounces, add 5 ounces. Use new "O" rings on refrigerant lines. Install A/C compressor. Evacuate and recharge system. Perform leak test.
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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.