OEM 2001 Ford Escape A/C Condenser

2001 Ford Escape A/C Condenser Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service and repair the A/C Condenser on 2001 Ford Escape?

  A: The refrigerant needs discharging followed by recovery as the initial step for HVAC condenser maintenance and repair. Begin by removing your front bumper cover before taking out nuts from both air conditioning line fittings attached to the condenser core. The successful operation of the system demands complete operational port closure to maintain cleanliness. The replacement procedure starts with taking off the screws followed by disassembling the A/C condenser core brackets before finally removing the A/C condenser core while correctly detaching both air conditioning line fittings. The new A/C condenser core installation demands application of PAG Compressor Oil YN-12-C or an equivalent which satisfies Ford specification WSH-M1C231-B. Additionally, use the same oil to lubricate the O-ring seals. The suction accumulator requires replacement only when clear signs of system contamination result from either a failed A/C compressor or suction accumulator damage is present or when the A/C condenser core has an indicated leak.