Service Port HVAC: Description and Operation

SERVICE GAUGE PORT VALVES

The high-pressure service gauge port valve is located on the compressor-to-condenser discharge line (4.6L, 5.4L or 6.8L vehicles), or the discharge side of the compressor manifold and tube assembly (6.0L diesel vehicles).

The low-pressure service gauge port valve is located on the suction accumulator.







The fitting is an integral part of the refrigeration line or component.
- Special couplings are required for both the high-side and low-side service gauge ports.
- A very small amount of leakage will always be detectable around the Schrader-type valve with the service gauge port valve cap removed, and is considered normal. A new Schrader-type valve core can be installed if the seal leaks excessively.
- The service gauge port valve caps are used as primary seals in the refrigerant system to prevent leakage through the Schrader-type valves from reaching the atmosphere. Always install and tighten the A/C service gauge port valve caps to the correct torque after they are removed.