Manifold Gauge Set Connection

SPECIAL TOOLS DESCRIPTION

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R-134a Manifold Gauge Set
176-R032A or equivalent

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 1: Locating R-134A Manifold Gauge Set Valves
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Remove the A/C charging valve cap from the high-pressure service gauge port valve.

Fig 2: Removing A/C Charging Valve Cap From High-Pressure Service Gauge Port Valve
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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 3: Connecting R-134A Manifold Gauge Set High-Pressure Hose To High-Pressure Service Gauge Port Valve
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Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
Remove the screws and the left sight shield.

Fig 4: Removing Left Sight Shield
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Remove the A/C charging valve cap from the low-pressure service gauge port valve.

Fig 5: Removing A/C Charging Valve Cap From Low-Pressure Service Gauge Port Valve
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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 6: Connect R-134A Manifold Gauge Set Low-Pressure Hose To Low-Pressure Service Gauge Port Valve
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To disconnect the manifold and gauge set, reverse the connection procedure.