Four Seasons 56198 A/C Refrigerant Discharge / Suction Hose Assembly

OE Replacement A/C Hose Assembly

Four Seasons 56198 is an OE replacement A/C refrigerant discharge and suction hose assembly built for R134a systems. It is listed for 1996 Ford Taurus and 1996 Mercury Sable applications, making it a direct-fit option for common HVAC hose service on these vehicles.

This Four Seasons hose assembly uses aluminum and rubber construction, includes the required seals, and features a manifold with muffler. The discharge side uses a female springlock connection, while the suction side uses a male springlock connection for the specified OE-style routing.

Key Features

• Part number 56198 from Four Seasons Hose Assembly line
• OE replacement A/C refrigerant discharge / suction hose assembly
• Compatible with R134a refrigerant systems
• Aluminum / rubber construction for HVAC service
• Manifold design with muffler
• Female springlock discharge end and male springlock suction end
• Gasket or seal included; O-rings included
• Switch port included; service port not included
• Bracket not included; fittings not included

Detailed Description

Four Seasons 56198 is a replacement HVAC hose assembly for the A/C refrigerant discharge and suction line. It is engineered for 1996 Ford Taurus and 1996 Mercury Sable models and follows the OE-style hose layout used in those applications. The assembly is designed for R134a refrigerant and includes a manifold, muffler, seals, and O-rings to support a proper refrigerant connection at the hose interfaces. This part cross-references UAC HA10298C for the same application.

The Four Seasons Hose Assembly product line focuses on direct replacement HVAC components that match the original hose configuration. For buyers searching for a 1996 Ford Taurus A/C hose assembly or a 1996 Mercury Sable refrigerant discharge and suction line, part number 56198 provides the specified springlock end styles and switch port provision without a service port or bracket.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Refrigerant loss from a cracked or leaking A/C hose
• Damaged springlock connections at the discharge or suction line
• Failed seals or O-rings at the hose assembly joints
• Restricted A/C flow caused by a worn manifold hose assembly
• Noise or vibration from a deteriorated HVAC hose line

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s refrigerant type before installation; this hose assembly is specified for R134a systems. Confirm the discharge and suction end styles, switch port requirement, and OE routing against the original part before removal. Replace the included seals and O-rings during service, and evacuate and recharge the system according to factory A/C procedures after installation.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons supplies OE replacement HVAC components for automotive air conditioning service. Part number 56198 is built to match the listed OE-style application for 1996 Ford Taurus and 1996 Mercury Sable A/C hose replacement.