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.
2008 Ford Explorer 2WD V6-4.0LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
General Specifications
Item Specification
A/C Compressor Magnetic Clutch
Air gap clearance 0.35-0.65 mm (0.014-0.026 in)
A/C Compressor With Auxiliary A/C
Rotation Clockwise
Type Halla FS20 piston
A/C Compressor Without Auxiliary A/C
Rotation Clockwise
Type Halla FS18 piston
A/C Cycling Switch(a)
Closed status 290 kPa (42 psi)
Open status 145-159 kPa (21-23 psi)
A/C Pressure Relief Valve(a)
Open pressure 3,792-4,137 kPa (550-600 psi)
Evaporator Core Orifice With Auxiliary A/C
Color Black
Evaporator Core Orifice Without Auxiliary A/C
Color Red
a) Manifold gauge set pressures may vary slightly depending on the distance between the service gauge port valve and the A/C pressure relief valve, the A/C cycling switch and the pressure cutoff switch location.
A/C Compressor Magnetic Clutch
Air gap clearance 0.35-0.65 mm (0.014-0.026 in)
A/C Compressor With Auxiliary A/C
Rotation Clockwise
Type Halla FS20 piston
A/C Compressor Without Auxiliary A/C
Rotation Clockwise
Type Halla FS18 piston
A/C Cycling Switch(a)
Closed status 290 kPa (42 psi)
Open status 145-159 kPa (21-23 psi)
A/C Pressure Relief Valve(a)
Open pressure 3,792-4,137 kPa (550-600 psi)
Evaporator Core Orifice With Auxiliary A/C
Color Black
Evaporator Core Orifice Without Auxiliary A/C
Color Red
a) Manifold gauge set pressures may vary slightly depending on the distance between the service gauge port valve and the A/C pressure relief valve, the A/C cycling switch and the pressure cutoff switch location.
Factory Service Tools
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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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