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Manifold Gauge Set Connection

Special Tool(s) 

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)
G03282101Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Turn both valves on the R-134a Manifold Gauge Set clockwise to close the low- and high-pressure hoses to the center manifold and center hose.
    Fig 2: Turning Both Valves On Manifold Gauge Set Clockwise To Close Low And High Pressure Hoses
    G03282102Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the A/C charging valve cap from the high-pressure service gauge port valve.
    Fig 3: Removing A/C Charging Valve Cap From High-Pressure Service Gauge Port Valve
    G03282103Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Connect the R-134a Manifold Gauge Set high-pressure hose and the R-134a high side quick disconnect to the high-pressure service gauge port valve.
    Fig 4: Connecting R-134A Manifold Gauge Set High-Pressure Hose
    G03282104Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & HOISTING .
  5. Remove the screws and the left sight shield.
    Fig 5: Removing Screws And Left Sight Shield
    G03282105Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the A/C charging valve cap (19D702) from the low-pressure service gauge port valve.
    Fig 6: Removing A/C Charging Valve Cap (19D702) From Low-Pressure Service Gauge Port Valve
    G03282106Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Connect the R-134a Manifold Gauge Set low-pressure hose and the R-134a low side quick disconnect to the low-pressure service gauge port valve.
    Fig 7: Connecting R-134A Manifold Gauge Set Low-Pressure Hose
    G03282107Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. To disconnect the manifold and gauge set, reverse the connection procedure.