1996 Ford EXPLORER

Submodel: | Engine Type: V8 | Liters: 5.0

Fuel Delivery: FI | Fuel: GAS

Section 04-05: Suspension, Computer Controlled

COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS

1996 Aerostar/Ranger/Explorer Workshop Manual

Procedure revision date: 05/18/2000

Air Compressor Assembly

NOTE: The compressor motor contains a thermal overload circuit breaker. The circuit breaker automatically turns off the compressor if tripped by excessive
temperature. The air compressor will operate normally if allowed to cool.
The air compressor assembly:
Consists of the compressor and vent solenoid; neither are serviceable as individual items.
Is mounted above the spare tire in the rear of the vehicle.
Is a single cylinder electric motor driven unit that provides pressurized air as required.
Is powered by a relay, controlled by the control module (5A919).
Passes pressurized air through the compressor air drier (5346) that contains silica gel (a drying agent).
Moisture is then removed from the compressor air drier when vented air passes out of the system during vent operation.
The compressor air drier may be serviced separately.
A four-pin connector is used on the compressor assembly:
The red wire supplies power to the compressor motor.
The black wire grounds the compressor motor.
The blue and white wires operate the vent solenoid.

Item
1

Part Number
-

2
3
4

5319
-

5
6

5346
-

7
8

Description
Compressor Bracket
(Part of 5319)
Bolt (Part of 5319)
Air Compressor Assembly
Connector
(Vent Solenoid and Air Compressor
(Part of 5316)
Compressor Air Drier
Air Line Release Button
(Part of 5346)
Screw (Part of 5346)
Vent Solenoid (Part of 5319)