How to Fix A/C Ford E-Series Van E150, E250, E350, E450 For $500!
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- čas přidán 6. 06. 2021
- Let's fix the AC in your vehicle. Join me as I repair the AC in my 2006 E450 with the V10 engine. I go step by step to make this a no-brainer! This should also apply to the Ford E150, E250, and E350 Vans as well. Most of the concepts will apply to alot of vehicles.
In this video we replace the compressor, orifice tube, the dryer accumulator, the condenser and more. This was nearly a complete overhaul of the A/C system.
My next video will be about charging the system correctly to get the coldest air! - Auta a dopravní prostředky
IMPORTANT: Put half the PAG oil in the compressor and half in the dryer accumulator. Once installed rotate the compressor by hand at least ten times to get excess oil out of the compressor before hooking up the battery and turning on the AC. Failure to do this can lug the compressor and cause a failure.
How do you add oil to the accumulator , so I should just leave the 4.5oz in the compressor and add 4.5 to the accumulator ? 😬🤔
Great video stuck on this part though
@@adambaker943 If you have the ford scroll compressor just add half of the required oil to the compressor suction port as seen in the video and half to the dryer accumulator. The amount of oil you require is listed on the tag under the hood.
Good stuff. It's nice the way you are straightforward, with a nice touch of brutal honesty, with a good sense of humor about it. Technically well beyond most of uTube. Couple things I always complain about, even with my favorite mechanics here. Well, let's call them suggestions. When you take apart connections that open debris sensitive openings, clean around and above and the part itself thoroughly first. One of the best tips on that subject, do yourself a favor and steam clean your engine compartment before removing and installing a new engine, likewise for the transmission. As a matter of fact, clean the whole engine and compartment once a year. It is an immense help in spotting problems of all kinds, and when you do have to go in there, you and your clothes don't come out looking like special forces on a night raid. And wear black clothes to begin with. And as it looked as though you used a VOC based flush, always wear a VOC respirator. Otherwise, you do have a lot more safety pointers than many I've seen. I used to work in a machine shop that did all the work for the San Diego city bus system. Most of the guys hands shook constantly when at rest from all the parts solvents. I learned to clean parts for a variety of very good reasons, and to fear the caustic cleaning solvents for their terrible long term effects. PS I was also a safety worker for a huge construction company. I really care about people, and I write this in a total spirit of goodwill.
Wow best diy video ever. Very clear and systematic instructions. I would hope you cover the evaporator too. I’m an AC guy for 30 years still find these auto instructions very helpful
Watch your video and I replace my compressor. I try took out the evaporator but no succeeded
Wow. I'm fairly certain I will never replace the A/C compressor on one of my cars, now or in my lifetime. I will certainly never do it on a Ford van, let alone an E-Series E150, E250, E250, or E450 (I will never even own a Ford van - no Ford hate)... and yet, I watched this entire video. So entertaining and I can't tell you why. Bravo! Nice work.
This video just confirms the low pressure val for my Ford 2000, E150. Thanks.
Great video!! Replaced the A/C compressor on my 2007 Winnebago Class C motorhome (aka Ford E450) this weekend. Thanks to you video the job went smoothly.
Your pace is great, your instructions are clear, your hunor makes it better and your approach to this job nakes me confident to engage the job. Im subscribing.
Pretty good that “knock sensor plug” is actually the crank sensor.
Thank you so much! Got my van AC repaired for just under $600. After replacing a blown compressor, and finding out my high pressure relief valve also blew. I was left wondering what was the root cause of failure. I ended up using an air compressor to pressurize the system and find the leak. The low pressure rear AC hose that goes underneath the van. Possibly the hardest to replace hose ever. The hose was rubbing against the brake line and eventually eroded a hole. I could see PAG oil was following down the rest of the brake hose.
All in all really glad I had this video to help 90% of the way until I had to tackle that pesky rear AC line on my own.
If anyone is in the same situation and has to repair that rear AC hardlinethat connects underneath the drivers door of the van, good luck! There's no instructions. ANYWHERE. I had to remove the exhaust shield, and lower the gas tank. You should probably completely remove the gas tank if you don't want to struggle as hard as I did. Thankfully, I was able to get the line repaired at a local hose shop for $10.
Are you talking about the tubes that go to the second/rear AC ?
there is a company in flint mi that makes flexible hoses for the rear a/c you can use the old hard lines as support.
HI. Good job with the a/c. What kit did you use for vans with rear a/c? Just FYI there are a few companies that distribute soft line replacements for the rear a/c. If they rot out again, you can run them right along the lines of the hard lines without removal, at least I have read that you can. I don't have practical experience doing it, however.
With the story my mechanictold me about these AC overhauls, both with the labor involved and the fact that if the new compressor goes out, they generally have only a 1 year warranty and then its labor rate again for replacement.
I think I am ready to tackle this job myself.
I really appreciate the level of detail you have given us in this video
Thanks Pryor, I appreciate it! I'm working on other tutorials, hit that sub button it would help the channel a ton!
When I heard the burp near the beginning go completely ignored, I decided I needed to watch the rest of the video to show my appreciation for the chuckle I was provided.
I watched your video for a few reasons: how thorough you were, how you added things in text when necessary and mainly because i can tell you put a lot of time and effort into it. The result speaks for itself and i just want to express my gratitude.
Thank you!
You just convinced me NOT to fix my AC on my E150 before I sell it lol nice work!
I love your videos and watch regularly. Oddly enough i just bought a ford e250 with an ac issue. I was so happy to hear a familiar voice and a great video on how to repair. Ill start tackling the problem with your example this coming weekend.
Excellent video! I've been hoping to find one like this one. I'm working on two vehicles right now. The info was perfect!
My 06 E350 shuttle bus AC compressor just went out and took the belt with it. 80 miles from home. Found a shorter belt and bypassed the compressor. It got us home. Now to order parts and buy a few new tools. Have everything but the flush.
Man those compressors are a pain especially without a lift. Great job
Awesome video, Thanks so much for putting this together, Needed cool air in my 2000 coachman!
Great video! On my E-150 the lower dryer mounting bolt has maybe a half inch of space between it and the battery support part of the body. Very difficult to remove or install. Crazy designers! I also had a hell of a time installing a new blower because the dryer was just a little in the way. Crazy designers!
I’m a little late to the party but damn, I just had to say I really appreciate the time you took to post this video. Very much appreciated 🙏🏽
Cold AC is a God Send this Summer! Nice Video! Hope you had a Happy 4th of July, Thanks
Yep, that's exactly the PITA job that I remember it was and I'm about to do it again. That box was a vacuum reservoir for a bypass job for the vacuum actuator that goes bad up in the dash. Good job.
It sucks! Good luck on your repair! Consider subbing, I'll post any more vehicle repairs that come up in my life! I drive old stuff, so it's bound to happen.
@@HerbOMatic what year is your rig?
Really good stuff by step video. I give it five stars
That's a great video my boss has the same truck and it helps alot to keep that knowledge if his ac blows out again will tune in on more of your awesome videos hopefully like fuel gauge problems not reading properly and the stereo just went but the radio is still on also the AC came off all in the same time i think it's the fuses but I'm yet to find out.
Mr Scavenger Glad to help! That's a weird problem with the two being interconnected like that.
Fixing to change out my AC compresser , bad bearing , Evapator Core (its Bad ), , dryer, on a 2004 Ford f250 super duty , this is the best video so for, Thanks, See Ya, Texas
Thanks David, glad it helped! Good luck on the repair!
Thanks for the video, boy I'm glad my E350 has a 7.3 powerstroke, AC compressor is on the driver's side top of the engine lol.
Ed, PITA job! Thanks for making me feel better! Maybe your starter is in the oil pan under the crank, or your alternator is under the intake manifold. These engineers are getting more creative every day!
Thanks! I'll be doing this next weekend on my van. It still blows ice cold, but the clutch is starting to make a bit of noise. You're a brave man for using rounder wrenches, as I call them, on the AC lines. Also, you are using them incorrect. You always set the adjustable jaw on the side in the direction you will be turning the wrench. If it doesn't make sense, you can Google it. Thanks again.
Hey Rick! I try to tighten the wrench on the line as tight as possible to avoid being a rounder! Those lines rely on the O-ring to seal so they aren't too crazy tight. I've heard that I use the croissant wrenches incorrectly but I've never had an issue. I know it pulls on the moveable jaw but I flip them around to get the best handle angle depending on room or the job at hand. Sometimes the handle angle gives you that little bit of leverage or allows the wrench to fit in a tight area. I agree you should use standard wrenches wherever possible. Hit that sub botton, it would help a ton man!
Maybe I'll bust a wrench and you can call me on it!
@@HerbOMatic I'm in the middle of replacing my compressor as we speak. I was hoping to get a "new" work van this summer, but the prices of used work vehicles is absolutely ridiculous.
@@Eaglefreek300
How long did this take to do start to finish? Any tips that herb might have missed?
@@rashellesaeger5992 it took me about 4-5 hours, but I took my time and took a couple breaks. I didn't replace my condenser or flush any lines because my clutch came apart, not the compressor internals. I replaced the compressor, orifice tube and accumulator. If I didn't take my time, I could have probably done it in 3 hours. My new Milwaukee cordless ratchet made it quicker, also. I got the loaner fan clutch tool from Advance Auto parts. I already have gauges and a vacuum pump.
Great video! I will be using this to fix AC in my 92 Ford Econoline E250. It would be helpful if you could post link to the, "how to charge AC System" in the description :D
Again, thanks for the all careful details and safety while working.
Very good video and very very useful for me thank you. Btw instead to bliw air or water to clean okd component better bye the whole kit at $365 anddreplace the whole thing
This was an exceptional video except for the Bud Light
Excellent video
Excellent video.
Thank you very much!
Great video. I removed the AC system on a e450 shuttle bus. Do I need to remove the compressor and add a condenser?
All chingon. Great Jale buddy 👍 👏 👌. U earn another follower
I subscribe just for this one video I appreciate it
I LOVE THE e SERIES. AlWAYS EASY TO WORK ON/ACCESS
Your joking
I have an 01 and a 2010. The 01 is a nightmare tight. The 10 has like 6 more inches of room . Night and day. @@Khlandestine
Very good instructional video,
Is this what you do for a living? If yes what shop and where?
I have the same vehicle that needs the same service 😁
Keep up the good job 👍🏻 and thanks for the post.
I run a vending machine business for a living! I fix my own stuff because I enjoy it and I get to buy new tools! I hope you get yours fixed. Thanks for watching Sam, consider hitting that sub button for more how-to videos!
@@HerbOMatic
Keep making these videos! You actually cover everything thoroughly and you know how to show the steps on how to do it. Appreciate it brother 🤙🏽
@@musikvidzhd thanks man!
Thanks for the video! I was hoping this would go into how to remove the evaporator and get to the TXV or “Expansion Valve”. Can’t find any videos on that. Would I go from under the passenger seat or from the front and remove the battery platform like you did?
The TXV valve is only on the models with a rear ac. It's located on the rear evaporator. I didn't need to remove my evap, the orifice tube is right on top.
@@HerbOMatic I had the rear ac unit but I removed it and blocked off the lines with a block off kit. Attempting to pull a vacuum and recharge my system after this. When I go to recharge it the compressor will turn on and then very quickly turn off from what I’ve read this might be a blockage in the system at the expansion valve.
great video kinda watched most of it but my attention span isn't so great nowadays. quick question though.... I need my ac fixed on my 97 e350. and was just curious where you lived and if you had time to do this job all over again and if we"re closely located by one another....... how much would u charge me to get er done? its getting hot and I gotta get some ac pumping if im gonna be driving this boat around all day. its my work van and I pretty much am in it all day
Hi I have a 2005 E450 Rv I put everything brand new and added Freon but temperature is still at 79 degrees but with lines cold
If I cam find the parts, do you think these instructions would be similar to installing a brand new AC system in a 1992 E350 (7.5L) van that doesnt currently have AC?
and we need the beer too!!! LOL
So instead of Diagnosing the problem of why the compressor is not coming on. Just go ahead and replace everything?
Im confused.
What if it was just a bad fuse?
I just bought a 2001 econo and there’s a giant hole on one a/c line where it meets the compressor. I didn’t know where to begin to replace the line. big thanks for this !
You got it man, I'm glad it helped, damn van bodies!
The instructions said to only add half the oil to the compressor then the other half to the system
Where can I find the AC Clutch relay? It’s not in my power distribution box. Thanks in advance!
Desde puerto rico...buen video amigo..42 grados farenheit?
El aire estaba 40 grados más frío que fuera del camión. Hacía 43 grados centígrados afuera, pero la ventilación era de 15 grados centígrados.
Gracias
He says "next thing your going to need"..... As he sits his 🍺 down... 😂
Next, can you address the evaporator drain? I've looked all over the internet for an expanded diagram or other reference of where to find it, but found nothing. I get a 20-25 degree temperature drop from ambient, but can't find evidence of condensate anywhere. Lack of info about the drain seems somewhat suspicious given how many of these vans exist, and they must all be getting plugged up without a cabin filter.
Lol I thought he was going to say your going to need a budlight lol
You do, a Coors can substitute in a pinch.
I'm looking to put A/C in my 1999 e250 v8 5.4 mine didn't come with it so i was thinking about trying to put it in would this be pretty much the same??
Hey Sergio, you would need a ton of parts, the panel from the dash, the evaporator, the fan, compressor. I would consider selling the van and purchasing one with AC even if the AC needed work it might be a better move. If you decide to try it let me know that would be an interesting journey!
I missed the step where you put refrigerant back in the compressor ?
It was in a separate video, that repair video was crazy long!
Super 🙏👍
Definitely not going to hold the charge line in a safe direction and vent to the atmosphere, because that would be illegal to do.
You talked me out of it.
Putting cardboard on radiator to absorb hits.
That would have been a good idea!
what is the big black box behind the battery with the ac lines running thru it?
the evaporator
@@james6794 ty/ why woud the ac compressor keep cycling n and off so fast
@@CAFEX24 i would guess because low charge. system turns on and the pressure of the suction line gets too low so the low pressure switch disengages the ac clutch. It could also be going off on high pressure, Unlikely unless your condenser coil is plugged. you could try spraying it with a garden hose to clean it
@@james6794 its funny when i try n charge the sysetem it only takes a very small amount of freon. i even replaced the drier accumulator and still cant charge it much.where is that coil located so i can try flushing it?
i didnt catch it does this have expansion valve??
no it has a fixed metering device aka orifice tube czcams.com/video/IP1BwOXhc2k/video.html
So what you’re saying is pay someone to do it got it
Lol Jeremy, the wife laughed at this comment!
I wonder how much that would cost for someone to do that to my van?
👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👏👏👏👏👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿awesome job 👏 👍🏿 🙌
you should have replaced the shipping oil....that first 4 ozs was not PAG oil
Very good video though
I hope that's not the case! Damn!
@@HerbOMatic This myth of "shipping oil" is all over Utube! There is no such animal. The oil shipped in compressors is the correct oil. Where anyone dreamed up shipping oil is beyond me. There are like 50 videos on Tube, some by dealer trained techs that tell about checking to see if the compressor was shipped with oil. None, to a man, say to drain it and replace it. And AC oil is one of the most neutral, stable, non corrosive..... hell, the older stuff was plant based...what other oil could possibly be preferable to fill it with for storage and shipping? I guarantee you price would not be an issue. OEM compressors from Ford, Chevy, you name it, many come recharged with oil, and it ain't 3'n1.
divide it by 16
Can I bring my Van to you?!!!!! Is it possible to have 2 AC compressors on a ford van?
I know your reply is already 2 yrs old but, short answer is yes.there are electric compressors now. A van has a lot of space in the cargo area. You can add a whole 2nd system back there.
My questionto you or anyone, is why though do you want 2?
Its not a pastry wrench,its like a-half crescent moon!
Originally this type of wrench was used to make the twists in cressants.... the more you know!
@@HerbOMatic You mean croissants? I wonder if this isn"t your sly sense of humor showing up again......
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banner ads here are brutal
croissant rench?
Maybe wash your hands... grease on the belt and electronic plug is not good
YOu watch too much homer simpson cartoon!
Drink bud I am out of here
I posted that years ago! Gotta check the dates, the dates man!
Is IT REQUIRED TO ADD OIL TO A NEW ACCUMULATOR ?
If you didn't, spin the compressor by hand a whole bunch. Half the oil should go in the accumulator. If you put all in the compressor you can bog it and break the scroll inside. Turning it by hand will slowly pump some of the fluid out of the compressor. I would turn it dozens of times by hand.
@@HerbOMatic Thank you for your reply to my question. I understand completely.