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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2009MILAN PREMIER, 3.0 1, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 275 (HVAC CONTROL SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONSUCTION ACCUMULATORREMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWD
Removal and Installation
2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Installation of a new suction accumulator is not required when repairing the air conditioning system, except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C compressor or damage to the suction accumulator.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Recover the refrigerant. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION & DIAGNOSIS .
- Disconnect the suction accumulator outlet fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
- Disconnect the suction accumulator inlet fitting.
- Discard the O-ring seals.
- Disconnect the A/C cycling switch electrical connector.
- Remove the 3 suction accumulator bolts.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- Remove the suction accumulator.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new O-ring seals.
- Lubricate the refrigerant system with the correct amount of clean PAG oil. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION & DIAGNOSIS .
- Evacuate, leak test and charge the refrigerant system. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION & DIAGNOSIS .
WARNING:
If equipped with fire suppression system, depower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to
FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM
.
WARNING:
If equipped with fire suppression system, repower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to
FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM
.
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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.