A/C Accumulator replacement?

Tiny
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  • 2003 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
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I purchased a replacement Accumulator (#218630)
How do I swap it out?
Thank you
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Monday, June 9th, 2025 AT 1:14 PM

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Tiny
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Good job doing this too, the accumulator is the filter/dryer of the system. Do you have the special release tools to change this part out? If not here is a great deal from amazon to get the tool kit for $24.00

https://amzn.to/4jJyT86

Of course you will need to vacuum down and recharge the system. Please watch this video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4EqdrBVb0sY

Make sure you use PAG oil on the O rings to help with the reassembly. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
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Tuesday, June 10th, 2025 AT 12:10 PM

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