Motorcraft A/C Accumulator YL-198 Fits select: 2008 FORD ESCAPE HEV, 2009 FORD ESCAPE HYBRID

Backed by the Motorcraft Service Parts Warranty which offers 2 years, unlimited mileage, limited labor cost and no commercial exceptions. Warranty is supported nationwide by Ford/Lincoln dealers and Ford Authorized Distributors. Manufactured with premium-quality materials to strict Ford Engineering standards. Loaded with high-performance desiccants that remove moisture from the system to help protect other components. Includes ready-to-install fittings, 0-rings, seals and brackets. Should be replaced any time the compressor is replaced to maintain compressor warranty and ensure best performance. Accumulators are subjected to numerous in-vehicle and functional tests to help ensure they perform to Ford OE Engineering specifications. In-vehicle system testing simulates 10 year/ 150,000 mile life. Leak testing detects refrigerant leakage over the course of one year. Burst testing for structural integrity at extremely high pressures. Vibration testing detects any pressure loss or material fatigue, especially at the mounting and hose-support brackets. Temperature cycling tests help ensure the accumulator performs well under a variety of extreme temperatures. Desiccant is tested for 100% moisture absorption capacity. Motorcraft A/C Accumulator is manufactured and tested to meet exacting Ford OE specifications to help separate gas and liquid refrigerant and filter out debris that may be in system. Vehicle Linkages Car/Truck Ford Escape: 2008 - 2009 Mazda Tribute: 2008 - 2009 Mercury Mariner: 2008 - 2009