2008 Edge security light flashing

[Tolman]

I have a 2008 Ford Edge that had hvac issues.. turns out the condenser was dirty and leaking.. we removed the entire dashboard to replace the condenser, replaced it, changed a few blend door actuators. Put everything back together and tested the windows, seats, blower motor, and tried to start. Nothing happens but the blinking security light is flashing like I am stealing my own car.. is there a way to reset this without going to the dealer?

[enigma-2]

Try turning the key and moving the shift from park to drive and back to park again. Then try to start.

 

Alternatively wiggle the steering wheel while turning the key. (Thinking the key reader is not triggering due to ignition switch out of alignment).

[WWWPerfA_ZN0W]

You mean the evaporator was leaking? the condenser is in front of the radiator. Seeing more evap leaks nowadays.

[enigma-2]

I thought he was going about changing the condenser the hard way ... (big grin)

[Tolman]

Ok problem solved yes I meant evaporator coil deal in the dash.. it turns out the ignition switch and the security ring is the same style and size.. I swapped them around and its fixed.. well kinda.. now its leaking at the o rings popped through the firewall.. new problem ???. Any hints to installing the little metal plate and lubricant for the o rings to prevent leaking?

Edited June 28, 2018 by Tolman

[WWWPerfA_ZN0W]

Were new o-rings used during the install of the new evaporator? IIRC, a little PAG oil is all that might be needed for them.

[Tolman]

Yes new o rings were installed.. we ended up replacing the o rings on the line set tonight.. now we are pulling vacuum and its holding.. this entire thing stems from a problem blowing warm air on the driver side and cold on the passenger side.. coil was leaking ever so slightly so I hope this fixes the problem.. if not I may push it over the edge

[Tolman]

Yes new o rings were installed.. we ended up replacing the o rings on the line set tonight.. now we are pulling vacuum and its holding.. this entire thing stems from a problem blowing warm air on the driver side and cold on the passenger side.. coil was leaking ever so slightly so I hope this fixes the problem.. if not I may push it over the edge

[FordBassue]

On 6/28/2018 at 7:45 PM, Tolman said:

Ok problem solved yes I meant evaporator coil deal in the dash.. it turns out the ignition switch and the security ring is the same style and size.. I swapped them around and its fixed.. well kinda.. now its leaking at the o rings popped through the firewall.. new problem ???. Any hints to installing the little metal plate and lubricant for the o rings to prevent leaking?

I'm here 3+ years later to say the ignition switch and security ring connectors being the same size made me panic at home for hours from a no-start situation (immobilizer icon flashing) after replacing my evaporator. I spent a whole day working through troubleshooting steps only to stumble into your post. Not sure if you are still here @Tolman but I made an account just to say THANK YOU for pointing that [now obvious step] out.

 

P.S. my at home evap replacement took 2 days of daylight to complete on my own. Used a repair manual and took my time. Works fine and no 134A leaking into the cabin.