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Service Port HVAC: Service and Repair

A/C Service Valve:






Tool Required:
J 39037 Octagon Socket

Remove or Disconnect

1. Cap.
2. Recover refrigerant. Refer to "Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling, Adding Oil, Evacuating and Recharging Procedures".
3. Service valve.

Install or Connect

1. Service valve.

Tighten
^ Valve to 11 N.m (98 lb. in.).

2. Evacuate, charge and leak test system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling, Adding Oil, Evacuating and Recharging Procedures.
3. Cap.

Tighten
^ Cap 1/4 to 1/2 turn after seal washer contacts access fitting.