How do I keep my AC drain line clean?
How do I keep my AC drain line clean?
You do that by pouring a 1/4 cup of distilled vinegar through the AC condensate drain line. We recommend distilled vinegar because its acidity clears the clog faster. You may also use hot water, dish soap, or peroxide if you cannot stand the smell of vinegar.
Where are the vacuum hoses on a Ford Ranger?
Vacuum Diagram Definitions Abbreviation Description A/CL Located in the air cleaner A/CL DV Air Cleaner Diverter Valve A/CL BI MET Air Cleaner Bi-Metallic Valve A/CL CWM Air Cleaner Cold Weather Modulator
How do I remove the lower radiator hose?
Remove the lower hose from the outlet of the water pump. Open the power distribution box in your engine bay and remove the cap. Disconnect the oxygen sensor connector retainer… and harness from the radiator hose. Remove the radiator upper tube bolt… and disconnect the radiator vent tube.
How do you replace a vacuum line in a 1994 Ford?
The green marks in the photo apply to 1994-1995 cars: I started by replacing the short section of 5/8″ hose coming off the drivers’ side valve cover. Simply twist and remove the short section of hose, lay it beside your 1ft length of 5/8″ hose, and cut so the length is approximately the same.
What do I need to fix my Ford Ranger air conditioner?
You will need access to some special tools for this fix. You will need an A/C manifold gauge set, and a vacuum pump to evacuate the system. You can buy the manifold gauge set at AutoZone or O’Reilly for about $90 or Harbor Freight for about $50.
How to recharge a / C on a Ford Ranger?
You will need a connector from the can to the a/c and a can or 2 of r134a. This will show you how to recharge your ac on a 2002 Ford Ranger 4.0. You will need a connector from the can to the a/c and a can or 2 of r134a. Skip navigation Sign in Search Loading… Close This video is unavailable. The Less Painful Way 15s YouTube Watch later Share
How does the air conditioner work in a Ford Ranger?
The engine is what runs the compressor. If there is enough static pressure (the pressure in the system when the A/C is not running) which is over 75 psi, and the electromagnetic clutch is working, when you turn on the A/C, the clutch will engage the compressor which pressurizes the Refrigerant gas.
How does the accumulator work on a Ford Ranger?
The accumulator/dryer holds excess PAG oil, removes any moisture in the refrigerant using a desiccant and catches any liquid refrigerant that has not boiled into gas yet (Liquid refrigerant going into the compressor will hydro lock it, just like taking water in the intake of the truck).
How much refrigerant does a 1999 Ford Ranger use?
Also, keep in mind that the different years of Rangers use different amounts of refrigerant. The 97 has 25 ounces which is a hair over two 12 ounce cans, where the 94 uses 28 ounces (although I have seen 36 ounces for the 94 as well, but I believe that might be for the R12 version) the 1999 uses 30 ounces.
