Four Seasons 2896R A/C Compressor Kit - Front and Rear

Four Seasons 2896R PAC-Kit Overview

Four Seasons 2896R is a PAC-Kit A/C compressor kit built for 2002 Ford Explorer and 2002 Mercury Mountaineer applications with a scroll compressor. This OE design compressor kit supports front and rear HVAC service on the listed vehicles and is organized for a complete air conditioning repair path.

The Four Seasons PAC-Kit w/ Reman Compressor line combines the remanufactured compressor with the related service components called out for the application, helping streamline parts selection for a 2002 Ford Explorer A/C compressor replacement or a 2002 Mercury Mountaineer HVAC repair.

Key Features

• Part number 2896R
• PAC-Kit w/ Reman Compressor from Four Seasons
• Fits 2002 Ford Explorer, front and rear
• Fits 2002 Mercury Mountaineer, front and rear
• For vehicles with a scroll compressor
• OE design compressor application
• Application notes call for a right angle style expansion valve on the Explorer

Detailed Description

This Four Seasons 2896R A/C compressor kit is specified for 2002 Ford Explorer and 2002 Mercury Mountaineer models equipped with a scroll compressor. The OE design compressor format supports factory-style HVAC service, making it a direct-match choice for technicians and owners replacing a failed compressor in these model-year applications. If you are searching for a 2002 Ford Explorer A/C compressor kit or a 2002 Mercury Mountaineer reman compressor kit, this part number matches the listed fitment.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Loss of cabin cooling from compressor failure
• Noisy or seized A/C compressor operation
• Inconsistent refrigerant circulation through the HVAC system
• Poor A/C performance in front and rear climate control systems
• Service replacement needs for OE-style compressor fitment

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle is a 2002 Ford Explorer or 2002 Mercury Mountaineer with the listed scroll compressor configuration before installation. Confirm the right angle style expansion valve requirement on the Explorer application and match all HVAC service parts to the vehicle’s original setup. Proper evacuation, flushing, and refrigerant charging procedures are important after compressor replacement.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons supplies this PAC-Kit as an OE design remanufactured compressor solution for the listed applications. Part number 2896R is cataloged for the exact vehicle fitment shown above.