2011 Ford Focus Air Conditioning Refrigerant Replacement

Have you noticed that your AC isn’t outputting...

iFixit Library 2008-2011 Ford Focus Moderate 15 - 20 minutes Guide 148483

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Guide overview

Before you begin

Have you noticed that your AC isn’t outputting what it used to, or have you really been feeling the summer heat? Maybe you need your refrigerant replaced! Recharging your air conditioning is easy to do yourself, and the payoff is immediate! This guide shows you how to replace your air conditioning’s refrigerant in the 2011 Ford Focus and your car back to feeling the way it used to. Before you start, your vehicle should be at room temperature, and proper care should be taken for your safety. Be sure to place your car in park and engage the parking brake.

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Turn the car on and the A/C to the maximum.

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Open your car's hood.

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Locate the low-pressure charging port.

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Remove the cap by turning it counter-clockwise.

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Connect the nozzle and hold the canister at a 3 o'clock angle.
Warning: Keep an eye on the PSI level. It should stay between 30 and 50, as going beyond 50 psi could cause the car's compressor to become damaged.
Lock and remove the canister if it is around 40 to prevent it from going to 50 psi.
Finally, start up the car. If the air conditioning is cooler, you'll know that it works!