Compressor Fitting HVAC: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Recover refrigerant from system. Discharging and Recovery
2. Remove bolt attaching A/C manifold and tube to A/C compressor, and remove A/C manifold and tube and O-ring seals.
3. When replacing A/C manifold and tube, transfer A/C compressor pressure relief valve to new A/C manifold and tube if applicable.

INSTALLATION
1. Lubricate new O-ring seals with clean refrigerant oil and position them in O-ring seal grooves of A/C manifold and tube.
2. Position A/C manifold and tube with O-ring seals to A/C compressor and install and tighten manifold retaining bolt to 18-23 N.m (14-16 Lb-Ft).
3. Connect other ends of suction and discharge lines using new lubricated O-ring seals.
4. Leak-test, evacuate and charge system following recommended procedures. Observe all safety precautions.