2003 Ford Explorer A/C & Heater Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2003 Ford Explorer

  • 2003 Ford Explorer 4.6 V8 GAS, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:W
  • 2003 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:E
  • 2003 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 FLEX, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:K
  • 2003 Ford Explorer Sport 4.0 V6 GAS, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:E

A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electric Cooling Fans -> Precautions -> Air Bag System Disarming & Arming -> Battery Ground Cable -> Fan Service
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS

Air Bag System Disarming & Arming

Refer to and for air bag system disarming and arming procedures.

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, disconnect battery ground cable and isolate as required.

Fan Service

Do not operate engine until fan has first been inspected for cracks and/or separations. If a fan blade...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Wire Color Code Identification -> Domestic Vehicles
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport 4.0 V6 GAS

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Explorer & Mountaineer -> Control Panel, Replace -> Auxiliary -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer 4.6 V8 GAS

Front

  • Disconnect center instrument panel finish panel clips by prying.
  • Disconnect electrical and vacuum connectors.
  • Remove mounting screws and climate control panel.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Auxiliary

Front
  • Remove mounting screw, disconnect clips and slide overhead console forward.
  • Disconnect electrical connectors and remove overhead console...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Electrical Symbol Identification -> Domestic Vehicles
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport 4.0 V6 GAS

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Explorer & Mountaineer -> Compressor, Replace -> 4.0L Engine -> 4.6L Engine
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS

4.0L Engine

  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Turn tensioner clockwise and remove drive belt.
  • Disconnect clutch field coil electrical connector.
  • Remove mounting nut and loosen compressor upper mounting stud.
  • Loosen mounting bolt, then disconnect manifold and tube assembly. Cap or plug lines and openings.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove mounting nut and disconnect bracket.
  • Disconnect compressor wiring harness clip stud.
  • Remove mounting nuts and studs.
  • Lower vehicle.
  • Remove compressor.
  • Reverse procedu...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Explorer & Mountaineer -> Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Remove upper air deflector.
  • On models equipped with 4.6L engine, disconnect air conditioning tube retainers.
  • On all models, remove inner air deflector.
  • Remove mounting screws, then the lefthand and righthand side fan shrouds.
  • Remove upper fan shroud.
  • Drain coolant into suitable container.
  • Raise and support vehicle with transmission selector in NEUTRAL position.
  • Disconnect transmission cooler lines using transmission cooler line disconnect tool No. 307-441, or equivalent.
  • Disconnect and position lower radiator hoses aside.
  • Remove mou...

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