Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual page 3120

SECTION 412-00: Climate Control System - General Information
GENERAL PROCEDURES
Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and
Charging
Special Tool(s)
R-134a A/C Refrigerant Center
176-00002 or equivalent
R-134a A/C Refrigerant Center
023-00153 or equivalent
R-134a Manifold Gauge Set
176-R032A or equivalent
1.2 CFM Vacuum Pump
023-00162 or equivalent
4.0 CFM Vacuum Pump
023-00163 or equivalent
Refrigerant System Recovery
NOTE: Ford Motor Company recommends use of an A/C service center to carry out recovery,
evacuation, and charging of the refrigerant system. If an A/C service center is not available, refrigerant
system recovery, evacuation, and charging may be accomplished using a separate recovery station,
vacuum pump, charging cylinder, and manifold gauge set.
1. Prior to recovering the refrigerant system, you must verify the purity of the refrigerant. For
additional information, refer to
2. NOTE: Some R-134a service centers require the use of an A/C manifold gauge set. For
additional information, refer to
Refrigerant Identification Testing
Manifold Gauge Set Connection
2003 Mustang Workshop Manual
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