Help your A/C system shed heat the way it was designed to with the Spectra Premium ac condenser, part number 7-4526. It is a direct-fit replacement for the 1996-1997 Ford Aerostar. Spectra Premium reverse engineered it for proper fit at installation and builds it in the same construction style as the OEM unit.
In the A/C loop, the condenser releases heat from the hot, high-pressure refrigerant coming from the compressor so the refrigerant can condense into a liquid before it moves on through the system. If the original condenser is leaking or damaged, the system may not cool the cabin as intended.
Signs a condenser may need replacing: warm or weak air from the vents, refrigerant leaks or oily residue on the condenser, bent or corroded fins, or an A/C system that keeps losing its charge. Other components can cause similar symptoms, so diagnose the system before replacing parts.
Fitment: 1996-1997 Ford Aerostar. See the Buyer's Guide tab for engine and application details.
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What vehicle does the Spectra Premium 7-4526 A/C condenser fit?
It is listed for the 1996-1997 Ford Aerostar. See the Buyer's Guide tab for full application details.
What does an A/C condenser do?
It releases heat from the high-pressure refrigerant leaving the compressor so the refrigerant can condense into a liquid, a key step in the A/C system's cooling cycle.
What are signs my A/C condenser may need replacing?
Warm air from the vents, visible leaks or oily residue on the condenser, or damaged fins can be signs of a condenser problem. Diagnose the A/C system first, since other components can cause similar symptoms.
How is this condenser built?
Spectra Premium reverse engineers its A/C condensers for proper fit and supplies them in the same construction style as the OEM unit. Specialty testing focuses on leak-free performance and reduced vibration.
Does the A/C system need to be recharged after installing the condenser?
Yes. Replacing a condenser opens the refrigerant circuit, so the system needs refrigerant recovery, evacuation and recharge. Follow the vehicle service information and use certified equipment where required.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
