Compressor Replacement 01 Ford Escape 3.0L

In this video I'll go over some basic steps in replacing an A/C compressor on an 01 Ford Escape 3.0L V-6. This is a relatively simple process and usually takes around 1 hour to do.

Note: as mentioned on the video the a/c system will have to be evacuated in order to service the compressor. You must be certified to handle refrigerant to evacuate the a/c system. (see EPA laws for handling R134a). You also will need special equipment in order to evacuate and recharge the system.

Also, note: While this video does go into some detail in the process for replacing the a/c compressor I do not claim that the process shown in the video is as would be outlined in a reputable repair manual. I always recommend using a reputable repair manual for making repairs to any vehicle. I also do not guarantee that our a/c compressor will be installed correctly by using this video as a repair guide. USE A MANUAL to verify everything shown in this video to insure that you in fact are doing things correctly. The information given in this video is pulled from my experience in doing a/c work over the years and some things shown are generic.

As mentioned at about the 6 minute mark if your old a/c compressor failed and blew trash throughout the system then a system flush will be needed including replacing the receiver dryer or accumulator, the orifice tube or the thermostatic expansion valve, and possibly certain lines depending on weather an a/c flush machine is capable of flushing those lines. An a/c flush machine is not the same machine used for evacuating and recharging the a/c system. This is a machine that uses a solvent to internally clean a/c parts. In order remove the debris deposited in the a/c system by the faulty compressor either flushing components or replacing components will be needed. As mentioned earlier, the receiver dryer or accumulator, the orifice tube or thermostatic expansion valve and possibly certain lines will have to be replaced. These parts cannot be flushed and require replacement. Refer to the operating manual of the flush equipment used for more information about what can and cannot be flushed.

Also, after installing the a/c compressor you will need to have the system vacuumed and then recharged with the correct amount of refrigerant. I would suggest a 45 minute vacuum before recharging.

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