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Service Port HVAC: Service and Repair



Air Conditioning Refrigerant Service Valve Core Replacement


Tools Required
* J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
* J 46246 Valve Core Tool



Removal Procedure

1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Non HP2) (Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Non HP2)) .




2. Remove the service port valve core using J 46246 or equivalent.



Installation Procedure






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .

1. Install the service port valve core using J 46246 or equivalent.

Tighten the service port valve core to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

2. Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Non HP2) (Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Non HP2)) .
3. Leak test the fittings using the J 39400-A .


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