Infamous 'defrost only' failure mode strikes again.

[Jeff_Birt]

Diagnosed 'defrost only' on my 2011 w/4.0 to the infamous cracked vacuum line to the reservoir. The more I tried peeling back split loom surrounding the weeny plastic line the more little pieces it shattered into. Looks like whole tree of vacuum lines is available from Ford for about $65. Some places discount it $20 but charge $20 shipping so it is a wash. Getting to where it connects to intake looks like a load of fun. Have not found a 'how to' yet but line to reservoir runs back behind engine. Can't tell where it connects. I have factory service manuals but of course they show nothing.

Will swing by Ford dealer tomorrow to see how fast them can get one and how $$ they want.

https://www.fordpartsgiant.com/parts/ford-connector_5l5z-9e498-ca.html

 

[bobbywalter]

well....


its vacuum line. not willing to spend alot on shit that dont matter.....obsolete parts... seems to be the second it rolls out of the dealership now...

 

[Jeff_Birt]

Found Dorman sells the correct size plastic (PVC) tubing, 2.5mm ID x 4mmOD (Dorman 47418). Local car parts place wants $12 for 3'. Ouch! Found 16' of same size tubing in silicone on Amazon for $8. Bought the silicone tubing to see if it will work.