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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2005SABLE V6-3.0L DOHC VIN SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGSPECIFICATIONSCLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
2005 Mercury Sable V6-3.0L DOHC VIN S
Climate Control System
2005 Mercury Sable V6-3.0L DOHC VIN SSECTION Climate Control System
Item Specification
A/C Compressor
Type Visteon FS-10 swashplate, 5 double-acting pistons
Displacement 170 cc (10.4 cu in)
Rotation Clockwise
A/C Pressure Relief Valve(a)
Open pressures 3,792-4,137 kPa (550-600 psi)
Evaporator Core Orifice
Color Orange
Diameter 1.45 mm (0.057 in)
Magnetic Clutch
Air gap clearance 0.35-0.75 mm (0.014-0.030 in)
Dual Function Pressure Switch(a)
Fan on/open 2,137-2,344 kPa (310-340 psi)
Fan off/close 1,655-2,137 kPa (240-310 psi)
Clutch off/open 2,999-3,275 kPa (435-475 psi)
Clutch on/close 1,517-1,931 kPa (220-280 psi)
Low Charge Switch
Open pressure 69 kPa (10 psi)
Close pressure 138 kPa (20 psi)
Evaporator Discharge Temperature Sensor
On temperature 4°C (39°F)
Off temperature 3°C (37°F)
Refrigerant Lubricant Capacity
Capacity 195 ml (6.6 oz)
Refrigerant Capacity
Capacity 0.96 kg (34 oz)
(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, or the pressure cutoff switch location.
A/C Compressor
Type Visteon FS-10 swashplate, 5 double-acting pistons
Displacement 170 cc (10.4 cu in)
Rotation Clockwise
A/C Pressure Relief Valve(a)
Open pressures 3,792-4,137 kPa (550-600 psi)
Evaporator Core Orifice
Color Orange
Diameter 1.45 mm (0.057 in)
Magnetic Clutch
Air gap clearance 0.35-0.75 mm (0.014-0.030 in)
Dual Function Pressure Switch(a)
Fan on/open 2,137-2,344 kPa (310-340 psi)
Fan off/close 1,655-2,137 kPa (240-310 psi)
Clutch off/open 2,999-3,275 kPa (435-475 psi)
Clutch on/close 1,517-1,931 kPa (220-280 psi)
Low Charge Switch
Open pressure 69 kPa (10 psi)
Close pressure 138 kPa (20 psi)
Evaporator Discharge Temperature Sensor
On temperature 4°C (39°F)
Off temperature 3°C (37°F)
Refrigerant Lubricant Capacity
Capacity 195 ml (6.6 oz)
Refrigerant Capacity
Capacity 0.96 kg (34 oz)
(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, or the pressure cutoff switch location.
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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.