Replacing the A/C compressor?

2005 FORD FIVE HUNDRED
150,000 MILES • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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DAVENOOB
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I need to change my A/C compressor on my car listed above. It is out of freon so that's not an issue. Is there anything else I need to be aware of? Also, any links that might be helpful thanks.
Oct 16, 2024 at 2:10 PM
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Yep, we can help, here is a generic guide to help you step by step with instructions in the diagrams below to show you how on your car. Also, this is a great video on how to vacuum down and recharge the system:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-air-conditioner-compressor

Here is the video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4EqdrBVb0sY&t=55s

Here are the instructions for your car on how to change out the ac compressor. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.





Oct 16, 2024 at 6:50 PM
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Thanks I'll keep you in the loop. I'll probably have a lot more questions.
Oct 16, 2024 at 7:26 PM
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Hey, this is what I'm replacing with it's got the dryer and something else as well. Do the links cover those parts? Thanks
Oct 16, 2024 at 11:40 PM
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No just the compressor, here is how to replace the dryer. Check out the images (below). Let us know how it goes.
Oct 17, 2024 at 8:48 AM
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hey Ken, thanks for links and help. I just realized this ac kit I got has more stuff in it to install. here's link to the kit: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01006WBGO?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Can you help with the other components?
Nov 30, 2024 at 1:32 PM
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No problem, but you will need to start a new thread for the expansion valve. Please post your new question here, you must be logged in.

https://www.2carpros.com/questions/new
Dec 1, 2024 at 10:22 AM