General Specifications

2006 Lincoln Town Car V8-4.6L VIN V Flex FuelSECTION General Specifications
Item Specification

A/C Compressor
Type Visteon FS18
Displacement 180 cc (11 cu in)

A/C Pressure Relief Valve(a)
Open pressures 3,432-4,138 kPa (498-600 psi)

Evaporator Core Orifice
Color Orange
Diameter 1.45 mm (0.057 in)

Magnetic Clutch
Air gap clearance 0.35-0.65 mm (0.014-0.026 in)

A/C Cycling Switch
Open pressure 159 kPa (23 psi)
Close pressure 290 kPa (42 psi)

Refrigerant Lubricant and Capacity
PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) YN-12-D WSH-M1C231-B
Capacity 207 ml (7 oz)

Refrigerant and Capacity
R-134a Refrigerant YN-19 WSH-M17B19-A
Capacity 0.651 kg (23 oz)

(a) Manifold gauge set pressures may vary slightly depending on the distance between the service gauge port valve and the A/C pressure relief valve or low charge protection switch.
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  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.