Spring Lock Coupling: Connect

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

NOTE: It is imperative that the sealing surface of the spring lock coupling and O-ring seal be clean and completely free from debris. To prevent contamination, only new PAG oil should be used as an O-ring seal lubricant. Contamination from used PAG oil, residual PAG oil from inside the refrigerant system or a failure to thoroughly clean the fitting sealing surface will interrupt the O-ring seal-to-fitting sealing surface and cause refrigerant system leaks.

Install the spring lock coupling spring.

Fig 1: Locating Spring Lock Coupling Spring
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Lubricate the inside of the coupling with PAG oil.

Fig 2: Locating Coupling With PAG Oil
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NOTE: Use only the new O-ring seals. The use of any O-ring seals other than those specified in the Ford Catalog Advantage™ or equivalent may result in intermittent leakage during vehicle operation.

Fig 3: Locating O-Ring Seals

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Install the O-ring seals.
Connect the spring lock coupling fittings with a twisting motion until the spring lock coupling spring snaps over the flared end of the female fitting.

Fig 4: Connecting Spring Lock Coupling Fittings
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Install the spring lock coupling clip.