Four Seasons 56386 A/C Refrigerant Discharge Hose

Overview of Four Seasons Hose Assembly 56386

The Four Seasons Hose Assembly 56386 is designed specifically for the A/C refrigerant discharge system in select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. This hose assembly is engineered to meet original equipment specifications, ensuring reliable performance in your Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, or Town Car equipped with R134a refrigerant.

• Compatible with Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis
• OEM replacement discharge line for A/C refrigerant systems
• Includes gasket, fittings, bracket, muffler, and green O-rings for secure sealing
• Equipped with a 16 mm R134a quick disconnect high side service port
• Female springlock suction end and M10-1.25 switch port thread size

Detailed Product Description

This Four Seasons Hose Assembly 56386 belongs to the Hose Assembly product line, which focuses on delivering complete hose solutions for automotive HVAC systems. The assembly includes all necessary components such as fittings, a bracket for secure mounting, a muffler to reduce noise, and multiple green O-rings ([24606], [24668], and [24628]) to ensure leak-free connections. The discharge line is designed for R134a refrigerant and features a female springlock suction end for easy installation. Additionally, it comes with a high side service port sized at 16 mm with a quick disconnect for efficient servicing. Although the switch is not included, the hose assembly provides a switch service port with an M10-1.25 thread size to accommodate it if needed.

Applications and Common Issues Addressed

• Replacement of worn or leaking A/C refrigerant discharge hoses in Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis
• Resolving refrigerant leaks caused by damaged or degraded O-rings and seals
• Addressing noise issues in the A/C system with the included muffler
• Facilitating maintenance and refrigerant recharge with the integrated high side service port
• Ensuring proper hose mounting and vibration reduction with the included bracket

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify compatibility with your vehicle’s make, model, and year before installation
• Use the included green O-rings to replace old seals and prevent refrigerant leaks
• Ensure the female springlock suction end is properly seated to avoid connection issues
• Check the bracket and muffler positioning to minimize vibration and noise
• When servicing, utilize the 16 mm R134a quick disconnect service port for efficient refrigerant handling

Quality Assurance and Warranty

The Four Seasons Hose Assembly 56386 is an OEM replacement part designed to meet or exceed original equipment standards for durability and performance. It undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure proper fit and function in compatible Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. While specific warranty details are not provided, Four Seasons products typically come with a limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.