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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2013EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPTOR, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 184 (CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM)DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONAIR CONDITIONINGRECEIVER/DRIER
2013 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor, FWD
Air Conditioning: Receiver/Drier
2013 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor, FWDSECTION Receiver/Drier
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Installation of a new receiver/drier is not required when repairing the A/C system, except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the receiver/drier. Damage to the receiver/drier includes leaks, physical damage to the receiver/drier shell or desiccant, or moisture contamination. Moisture contamination results only from a complete loss of refrigerant, and equalization of the refrigerant system pressure with atmospheric pressure for a period longer than one hour. If even a slight amount of positive refrigerant pressure is present in the refrigerant system before repairs are carried out, a new receiver/drier should not be installed.
The receiver/drier is mounted to the LH front of the condenser core. It stores high-pressure liquid after it leaves the condenser core. A desiccant cartridge mounted inside the receiver/drier removes moisture from the refrigerant.
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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.