Service Port HVAC: Service and Repair

Service Ports Replacement

Tools Required

J 39037 Charge Valve Octagon Socket


Removal Procedure

1. Remove the service port cap.
2. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging) .




3. Use the J 39037 to remove the service port.



Installation Procedure

1. Replace the O-ring. Refer to O-Ring Replacement (O-Ring Replacement) .





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .

2. Install the service port valve.

Tighten the valve to 11 N.m (98 lb in).

3. Evacuate and charge the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging) .
4. Leak test the A/C service port. Refer to Leak Testing (Leak Testing) .
5. Install the service port cap.