If anyone has any issues, all you have to do is, take the belt off, take the three compressor mounting bolts out, trace both high and low pressure lines up till u see the 13 mil nut, unloose it from both lines, separate both lines, and wallah you can now just pull both lines up with compressor still attached, sit it on the floor and take the lines loose from the compressor, when installing just put the lines on the new compressor then drop it back in, put the compressor back on and hook the lines back up at the top
I’ve been watching your videos for some time and just found this one. I worked on an 05 Explorer back in April, I replaced the AC compressor, condenser, accumulator, expansion tube and flushed the remaining hoses and evaporator. I put 3 to 4 oz of oil in the compressor and I think around that same amount in the accumulator. It worked flawlessly for four months. Came back in last week with the side of the compressor blown out of it.
@@FordBossMe Beats me, I drained the compressor, even thought it said prefilled, and put back in the same amount of oil. Same with the accumulator. I’m always worried about not enough oil.
Awesome video. I had a guy come in one time who just had one replaced and it still wouldn't come on (had to be a Scotty kilmer fanboy that works at Firestone) brought it to me. Found the problem in 10 min. The diode was bad. He was not happy. He spent all that money on parts he didn't need because of improper diag. I didn't even charge the guy for a diode replacement. Besides I had one in my box anyway
anyone who try's fixing something is a Scotty Kilmer fanboy ? I know Rich don't like him bot god damn I work on my own shit all the time can't find a guy like Rich everywhere. PS. I don't watch Scotty Kilmer I knew right away he is a conman.
Scotty Kilmer knows more than You I assure You. Just because someone attemped to do that repair themselves and messed it up has nothing to do with Scotty Kilmer, Scotty never told the guy to make the mistake. Scotty always tells His viewers if they dont know what they are doing then find an honest mechanic!
I have heard of the "rust-belt" many years ago...It is real. Term had more to do with factories shutting down though when stuff got farmed out to China.
Thank you for this helpful video. FWIW, I left the fan clutch on and and just removed only the plastic fan after loosening the shroud(I did not have the big wrench for the clutch). I'm sure that's not as easy as the way shown in your video, but it works well and the shroud is formed to maneuver past the clutch on my 2008 F150 4.6. To anyone else doing this job, please take time to watch the AC line removal live stream mentioned at 5:45 in this video. This was a huge help to me.
"YEP it looks like and ounce" Funny as fuck bro!!!!! That was classic!!!! i really enjoyed this video brother ..... what gets me is i love your tips on top of the job itself ..... most techs on youtube say no problem in and out but you go through everything I've always put a little heat on them bolts, never thought of giving it a taparoo right to the dome and "BOOM".......... Have a great day!!!! LOL!! Thanks for the video My friend !!!!!!!!!!!
I broke the head off of one of those bolts one time 😭😭. I don't remember how I got it out, but I'm kinda thinking I just lit the truck on fire and said "whoops"
I had a 2013 Expedition EL King Ranch 4x4. It had the factory compressor then 3 more after it, then it got totaled from behind early 2021. All work was done by to different FORD dealers with all Motorcraft parts was not cheap, all compressor failures.
Might be the ford techs fault. If a compressor failed it’s fair to assume it’s got contaminants, if they didn’t purge and flush the lines out they’re just killing the next compressor.
Two months back and it work new compressor! Now if I can get defrost to work should have pulled the belt tensioner when I was in there it turn freely just do it attitude now!! burn up lucky I was near parts place and to have tools!!! Now it's defrost issue going to be extremely cold this winter!!!
The ac in my 2005 mustang gt blows cold but you can hear the clutch is failing. It sounds like it’s ready to fall apart. Is it best to just replace the whole compressor unit?
@Ford Boss Me, video unrelated question: are the rear axles on 04 Navigators and 04 Expeditions (both 2WD) directly swappable? I can't get a solid answer through Google. I have a good axle w LSD on a junker Expy that I want to replace a non LSD axle w bad pinion bearing on the Navi with. Thx
I did one of these jobs last week and it was not an easy job by design.compressor bolt clearance and everything was tight,not much room to work with.maybe I could have made it easier but not sure how
She looks like she was ready to let loose! I found sometimes, the rubber on the pulley just rots away and all you need to do is replace the clutch and pulley. Otherwise, it is better just to replace the whole unit.
I have an 05 f150 5.4 3 v any tips on how to stop the ac compressor clutch from turning as I try to tighten up the 8mm center bolt? I tried wedging a screwdriver on the larger bolts around the edge but just cannot get it. c clamp did the trick
What does it mean if my ac compressor starts spinning and stops for a few seconds then clicks on again? Does it mean it's shot? Or just low on freon my navigator blows hot since condenser was shot and leaked out all the freon do I have to replace compressor even though it clicks on and off when ac Is on? Tia
I wish I knew exactly what you were dealing with and then I might be able to help you but the way you're explaining it I don't think it's coming out right
I know there's two different sizes I think one side is a 13 mm and the other side is a 10 mm hook if you generally wrench on stuff you would know that I mean I don't have to answer that question but that's the sizes that they are
You don't put out the orfice tube to check to see if it's dirty when it's tore down? Iv seen may times it was and replaced it. Or is this year a TXV. Thanks
This one didn't have internal failure so there was no reason to do that it was just a clutch you don't do things that you're not getting paid for so if I don't have to pull out an orifice and it's just a clutch or just a compressor starting to act up but not failing internally catastrophically you're not getting paid to do extra work sometimes you have to make the choice on whether or not you do it
I have a 99 f250 with a 5.4.. Do you have to jack up the motor to pull the a/c compressor and is there a special tool required to get at the bolts? Thanks
All I can say is good luck no you don't have to jack up the motor and the bolts are typically froze up in the block I use a 10 mm ratcheting wrench and kind of whatever I can fit in there to get at it you're going to have to just figure it out as you go 10 mm bolts some of them have 13 all I can say is good luck
Do can I please help me just remove my compressors for cps I see the two bolts at bottom but can’t find rest of bolts so I can move over compressor enough please and thanks❤
I don't know what you want me to do I show you the compressor you can see where the other bolts are at you're going to have to do your work at finding them now I can't make that happen for your vision
Hey boss I just got my AC compressor from rn.y out of Miami it didn't come with the instruction page like yours did this is going to be my first install myself and I'm not able to put it on a rack I'm going to have to lift it and put it on jacks here in Mississippi they want $200 to put in the compressor I just don't have it can you give me any tips or tricks you didn't include in your video do you remember what size wrenches are sockets you needed I'm partially disabled it would be better if I have everything with me when I lay down on the ground thank you sir and remember when you're coming through Mississippi anytime Chuck Todd out
@@FordBossMe both sockets right? I'll be trying to use a three-quarter and to drive for some leverage will I need any extensions or swivel knuckle you know what I'm talking about and you used an air ratchet should I be ready to put a small cheater bar on the end of my ratchet
Why didn't you replace the Condenser along with the compressor? Great video! I'm looking to replace my compressor but I think I should replace the Condenser too
I work at a junkyard and I am barely learning mechanics, I got told to take the compressor out of one of these and I would of rather been told to take the whole engine out instead of just one part💀💀
If you're talking about the big hump in the AC line is called a muffler for the ac lines but then inside the ac lines sometimes you'll find that there's something called a fixed orifice tube which is a filter
@@FordBossMe I changed my orifice tube and there was tan/brown debris on it. It kinda looked like candle wax or wet wood chips. Could you possibly give me an idea on what could cause that. I heard it could be my compressor going bad.
Is that Christmas tree running down towards the compressor for the compressor and crankshaft sensor wire? I just started tearing down our old Expedition 4.6 for a head replacement and that wire was tucked back behind the compressor; it didn’t seem right. Is it supposed to be on the fan shroud?
So that one on your car is routed weird because mine was the same way on my Town Car No the harness that has the Christmas tree clip that goes into the crowd off the fan is not the same harness that you're talkin about
1.5hrs evacuate and recharge, up to 1.5hrs if bolts are frozen in compressor and 1hr if not so labor is 2.5 - 3hrs labor Plus cost of compressor so your looking at around 750 - 900 dollars depending on what dealer you go to
I heard him use Dylan lyrics most well known version by the Byrds Mr. Tambourine Man Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man, play a song for me I'm not sleepy and there is no place I'm going to Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man, play a song for me In the jingle jangle morning I'll come following you
Wow. Way too much flavor on that vehicle. Never understood why they put the AC compressor on the bottom of the motor for the modular's. Seems to me to be the worst place to put it?
@@ilfarmboy I have the 4.2, and that’s were mine is as well. The original compressor on my ‘99 quit working about 5 years ago, and the main bearing went out 2 years later. I did have the clutch replaced back in ‘14. Placement is key, I guess on top of the fact that I don’t live in the rust belt. I saw a vid a few months back from another Ford Master Tech diagnosing a 5.4 compressor, and I knew it being located on the bottom would cause possible issues.
You take out the bolts that you can the one bolt that you can't take out you leave it inside the compressor sleeve but pull it back as far as you can and as you rotate the compressor down and away from the vehicle the bolt will fall out
I have found as a rule ( except for lead acid batteries ) that the Koreans manufacture Quality parts. I know an English teacher who lives there and he loves it there. Jus' sayin'
These ac systems suck at idol and high ambient temp say 85-90+. I literally have same truck your showing 2007 f150 king ranch and I’ve replaced compressor, condenser, dryer, ac piping, FOT, evaporator, shrader valve, radiator, thermostat, fan clutch, and ambient temp sensor and still at idol in 100+ heat I get 70-80 degrees coming out vents!!!
Just did my 5.4 2 valve compressor swap and didn’t take anything out just went underneath. It was a bi**h because of getting to the bolts but I did it. Never again 😂
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If anyone has any issues, all you have to do is, take the belt off, take the three compressor mounting bolts out, trace both high and low pressure lines up till u see the 13 mil nut, unloose it from both lines, separate both lines, and wallah you can now just pull both lines up with compressor still attached, sit it on the floor and take the lines loose from the compressor, when installing just put the lines on the new compressor then drop it back in, put the compressor back on and hook the lines back up at the top
Thank you!
I’ve been watching your videos for some time and just found this one. I worked on an 05 Explorer back in April, I replaced the AC compressor, condenser, accumulator, expansion tube and flushed the remaining hoses and evaporator. I put 3 to 4 oz of oil in the compressor and I think around that same amount in the accumulator. It worked flawlessly for four months. Came back in last week with the side of the compressor blown out of it.
Maybe too much oil
@@FordBossMe
Beats me, I drained the compressor, even thought it said prefilled, and put back in the same amount of oil. Same with the accumulator. I’m always worried about not enough oil.
Great video, thank you for being to the point and clear. Love your work!
Another great install. Thank you..
Awesome video. I had a guy come in one time who just had one replaced and it still wouldn't come on (had to be a Scotty kilmer fanboy that works at Firestone) brought it to me. Found the problem in 10 min. The diode was bad. He was not happy. He spent all that money on parts he didn't need because of improper diag. I didn't even charge the guy for a diode replacement. Besides I had one in my box anyway
Good man
anyone who try's fixing something is a Scotty Kilmer fanboy ? I know Rich don't like him bot god damn I work on my own shit all the time can't find a guy like Rich everywhere. PS. I don't watch Scotty Kilmer I knew right away he is a conman.
Scotty Kilmer knows more than You I assure You. Just because someone attemped to do that repair themselves and messed it up has nothing to do with Scotty Kilmer, Scotty never told the guy to make the mistake. Scotty always tells His viewers if they dont know what they are doing then find an honest mechanic!
@@amazingvideo2869 okay. This was all an inside joke. People take stuff too seriously nowadays
how do i diagnose the diode? and where is it??
You're a great mechanic and squared away AF.
hes good to go
Great ac video.
I have heard of the "rust-belt" many years ago...It is real. Term had more to do with factories shutting down though when stuff got farmed out to China.
Thank you for this helpful video. FWIW, I left the fan clutch on and and just removed only the plastic fan after loosening the shroud(I did not have the big wrench for the clutch). I'm sure that's not as easy as the way shown in your video, but it works well and the shroud is formed to maneuver past the clutch on my 2008 F150 4.6. To anyone else doing this job, please take time to watch the AC line removal live stream mentioned at 5:45 in this video. This was a huge help to me.
"YEP it looks like and ounce" Funny as fuck bro!!!!! That was classic!!!! i really enjoyed this video brother ..... what gets me is i love your tips on top of the job itself ..... most techs on youtube say no problem in and out but you go through everything I've always put a little heat on them bolts, never thought of giving it a taparoo right to the dome and "BOOM".......... Have a great day!!!! LOL!! Thanks for the video My friend !!!!!!!!!!!
Yvw thank you brother
I broke the head off of one of those bolts one time 😭😭. I don't remember how I got it out, but I'm kinda thinking I just lit the truck on fire and said "whoops"
I had a 2013 Expedition EL King Ranch 4x4. It had the factory compressor then 3 more after it, then it got totaled from behind early 2021.
All work was done by to different FORD dealers with all Motorcraft parts was not cheap, all compressor failures.
Might be the ford techs fault. If a compressor failed it’s fair to assume it’s got contaminants, if they didn’t purge and flush the lines out they’re just killing the next compressor.
Two months back and it work new compressor! Now if I can get defrost to work should have pulled the belt tensioner when I was in there it turn freely just do it attitude now!! burn up lucky I was near parts place and to have tools!!! Now it's defrost issue going to be extremely cold this winter!!!
Mode door went bad
The ac in my 2005 mustang gt blows cold but you can hear the clutch is failing. It sounds like it’s ready to fall apart. Is it best to just replace the whole compressor unit?
On a 2005 more than likely yes whole unit
@Ford Boss Me, video unrelated question: are the rear axles on 04 Navigators and 04 Expeditions (both 2WD) directly swappable? I can't get a solid answer through Google. I have a good axle w LSD on a junker Expy that I want to replace a non LSD axle w bad pinion bearing on the Navi with. Thx
I would think they're the same but I could run the VIN numbers to make sure
Poissorichard.rp@gmail.com
@@FordBossMe Awesome 👌 Thanks
I did one of these jobs last week and it was not an easy job by design.compressor bolt clearance and everything was tight,not much room to work with.maybe I could have made it easier but not sure how
Thanks for the video. Is the Motorcraft compressor pre-filled with oil, or did you have to add oil before installation?
Prefilled
@@FordBossMe Great! Thanks! I just read that on motorcrafts website. So much mis information about needing to pre-fill out there.
She looks like she was ready to let loose! I found sometimes, the rubber on the pulley just rots away and all you need to do is replace the clutch and pulley. Otherwise, it is better just to replace the whole unit.
Yeah something this old where the case is leaking just replace the whole thing
I have an 05 f150 5.4 3 v any tips on how to stop the ac compressor clutch from turning as I try to tighten up the 8mm center bolt? I tried wedging a screwdriver on the larger bolts around the edge but just cannot get it. c clamp did the trick
I use an impact or electric and brr brr brr right off so I've never had that problem
Vice Grips
What does it mean if my ac compressor starts spinning and stops for a few seconds then clicks on again? Does it mean it's shot? Or just low on freon my navigator blows hot since condenser was shot and leaked out all the freon do I have to replace compressor even though it clicks on and off when ac Is on? Tia
Yeah it's just means it's short cycling or it's cycling often because it doesn't have the right amount of freon in it it's too low
2:07 any secrets on how to get a frozen ac o ring off evaporator core while replacing expansion valve on 2013 f150
I wish I knew exactly what you were dealing with and then I might be able to help you but the way you're explaining it I don't think it's coming out right
What size is the top bolt that holds the compressor on? That's only thing missing on this video, waste of my time finding out size wrench I meed
I know there's two different sizes I think one side is a 13 mm and the other side is a 10 mm hook if you generally wrench on stuff you would know that I mean I don't have to answer that question but that's the sizes that they are
Is the 4.6 and the 5.4 the same engine but bigger bore and longer stroke ?
So the 4.6 L and a 5.4 L have the same piston diameter it's the stroke and the deck height that's different
You don't put out the orfice tube to check to see if it's dirty when it's tore down? Iv seen may times it was and replaced it. Or is this year a TXV. Thanks
This one didn't have internal failure so there was no reason to do that it was just a clutch you don't do things that you're not getting paid for so if I don't have to pull out an orifice and it's just a clutch or just a compressor starting to act up but not failing internally catastrophically you're not getting paid to do extra work sometimes you have to make the choice on whether or not you do it
@@FordBossMe got you, thanks man. ✌️
I have a 99 f250 with a 5.4.. Do you have to jack up the motor to pull the a/c compressor and is there a special tool required to get at the bolts? Thanks
All I can say is good luck no you don't have to jack up the motor and the bolts are typically froze up in the block I use a 10 mm ratcheting wrench and kind of whatever I can fit in there to get at it you're going to have to just figure it out as you go 10 mm bolts some of them have 13 all I can say is good luck
@@FordBossMe Thank you for the response ...
How bad was it I'm about to do my 01 5.4 250
Where do you order your Motorcraft parts? Very good video.
Dealer and Rock Auto
Not related...What performance muffler do you recommend?
I like Roush
Does the 4.6 ac compressor also work for a 4.2?
Idk
Do can I please help me just remove my compressors for cps I see the two bolts at bottom but can’t find rest of bolts so I can move over compressor enough please and thanks❤
I don't know what you want me to do I show you the compressor you can see where the other bolts are at you're going to have to do your work at finding them now I can't make that happen for your vision
Hey boss I just got my AC compressor from rn.y out of Miami it didn't come with the instruction page like yours did this is going to be my first install myself and I'm not able to put it on a rack I'm going to have to lift it and put it on jacks here in Mississippi they want $200 to put in the compressor I just don't have it can you give me any tips or tricks you didn't include in your video do you remember what size wrenches are sockets you needed I'm partially disabled it would be better if I have everything with me when I lay down on the ground thank you sir and remember when you're coming through Mississippi anytime Chuck Todd out
The bolts that hold the compressor to the block are 10 mm
The lines that are held to the compressor with a nut are 13 mm
@@FordBossMe both sockets right? I'll be trying to use a three-quarter and to drive for some leverage will I need any extensions or swivel knuckle you know what I'm talking about and you used an air ratchet should I be ready to put a small cheater bar on the end of my ratchet
@@FordBossMe thank you again that reply was so fast I see why my buddy Dante is such a fan. Unequivocally top-notch people🙏❤🇺🇸
Why didn't you replace the Condenser along with the compressor? Great video! I'm looking to replace my compressor but I think I should replace the Condenser too
There is no reason to replace the condenser if there is no catastrophic failure
Meaning there is no metal or contamination in the system
Have done abunch of these.F150,Expedition, f250 and all the cars. Some can be in a hole.👍
I work at a junkyard and I am barely learning mechanics, I got told to take the compressor out of one of these and I would of rather been told to take the whole engine out instead of just one part💀💀
If its 2wd all from the bottom no issues 4wd yea its a pita
What is that fuel filter looking thing on the ac line?
If you're talking about the big hump in the AC line is called a muffler for the ac lines but then inside the ac lines sometimes you'll find that there's something called a fixed orifice tube which is a filter
@@FordBossMe I changed my orifice tube and there was tan/brown debris on it. It kinda looked like candle wax or wet wood chips. Could you possibly give me an idea on what could cause that. I heard it could be my compressor going bad.
My compressor on my 2008 f150 4.6 keep blowing the relay any suggestions?
From where I'm at here on the ground you might have a bad compressor you might have a clogged in the fixed orifice tube you might have a bad relay
And technically you don't blow relays you blow fuses
Can you tell me a ballpark figure for a job just like this. What kinda damage to my pocket am I looking at ??
Great video by the way....👍
Probably somewhere around 1,100 to $1,200
@@FordBossMe let me break out my tools......
why does the oil go in the high side?
It's to keep it on the high side of the receiver drier so the compressor doesn't check the oil in directly to the compressor is not made for that
Is that Christmas tree running down towards the compressor for the compressor and crankshaft sensor wire?
I just started tearing down our old Expedition 4.6 for a head replacement and that wire was tucked back behind the compressor; it didn’t seem right. Is it supposed to be on the fan shroud?
So that one on your car is routed weird because mine was the same way on my Town Car
No the harness that has the Christmas tree clip that goes into the crowd off the fan is not the same harness that you're talkin about
The one that is on the 5-4 is not routed exactly the same as a 46
About how much would this service cost? I live in Texas by the way. TIA
1.5hrs evacuate and recharge, up to 1.5hrs if bolts are frozen in compressor and 1hr if not so labor is 2.5 - 3hrs labor
Plus cost of compressor so your looking at around 750 - 900 dollars depending on what dealer you go to
@@FordBossMe yeah I got a quote for 750
Thanks so much for the breakdown of all the items I'd get charged for. Great video!
How do I send you a private message? I am a fellow Ford tech and would like to share an engine swap i did with you.
Poissorichard.rp@gmail.com
I heard him use Dylan lyrics most well known version by the Byrds Mr. Tambourine Man
Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man, play a song for me
I'm not sleepy and there is no place I'm going to
Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man, play a song for me
In the jingle jangle morning I'll come following you
Did you film this on a boat?
Do you direct the show?
Do you think you are watching emril legasi?
Boy pleaseeeee
@@FordBossMe or you could have just recorded it when you got home instead of hearing a bunch of engine sounds and bumps on the road 🤷♂️
Wow. Way too much flavor on that vehicle. Never understood why they put the AC compressor on the bottom of the motor for the modular's. Seems to me to be the worst place to put it?
Is it still blowing cold?
Of course
What is the cost of this. Parts and labor???
Around 800
glad my compressor is MUCH easier to get to(4.6)
Isn’t the compressor in the same location as the 5.4 on the 4.6?
@@standhd if facing the engine mine is upper right side easy access
@@ilfarmboy I have the 4.2, and that’s were mine is as well. The original compressor on my ‘99 quit working about 5 years ago, and the main bearing went out 2 years later. I did have the clutch replaced back in ‘14. Placement is key, I guess on top of the fact that I don’t live in the rust belt. I saw a vid a few months back from another Ford Master Tech diagnosing a 5.4 compressor, and I knew it being located on the bottom would cause possible issues.
No oil balance?
No it comes pre-filled
scared to ask how much does a job like this run me?
1200 - 1400
I came hoping this could be a DIY project. For me, the answer is no.
The last bolt in the bottom is near the frame how the fuck do I take it out
You take out the bolts that you can the one bolt that you can't take out you leave it inside the compressor sleeve but pull it back as far as you can and as you rotate the compressor down and away from the vehicle the bolt will fall out
@@FordBossMe got it thanks man!
How much would this cost a customer
You're probably looking at about 4 hours labor because of how rotten and rusted the bolts typically are
From Detroit? "Made in Korea"
Ain't that some shit? Lol.
I have found as a rule ( except for lead acid batteries ) that the Koreans manufacture Quality parts. I know an English teacher who lives there and he loves it there. Jus' sayin'
These ac systems suck at idol and high ambient temp say 85-90+. I literally have same truck your showing 2007 f150 king ranch and I’ve replaced compressor, condenser, dryer, ac piping, FOT, evaporator, shrader valve, radiator, thermostat, fan clutch, and ambient temp sensor and still at idol in 100+ heat I get 70-80 degrees coming out vents!!!
Just did my 5.4 2 valve compressor swap and didn’t take anything out just went underneath. It was a bi**h because of getting to the bolts but I did it. Never again 😂
Are you voicing this while driving 😅😅😅😅
Yep
@@FordBossMe
The man never stops working 😂
You skipped all the fun stuff
I have other videos