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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2009FUSION SEL, 3.0 1, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1397 (HVAC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM)DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONAIR CONDITIONINGA/C PRESSURE SENSOR
2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWD
A/C Pressure Sensor
2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWDSECTION A/C Pressure Sensor
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The PCM monitors the refrigerant system high-side pressure through the A/C pressure sensor.
- A valve depressor, located inside the threaded end of the A/C pressure sensor, presses a Schrader valve stem on the compressor discharge line portion of the compressor-to-condenser discharge line.
- The A/C pressure sensor provides a voltage that is proportional to the A/C compressor discharge pressure, which allows for the A/C compressor discharge pressure to be monitored by the PCM.
- The PCM uses this information for A/C clutch control, cooling fan control and idle speed.
- It is not necessary to recover the refrigerant to remove the A/C pressure sensor.
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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.