Commercially Available Tools And Materials

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Slat Comb

Fig 1: Fin Comb

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Filling Hoses

Fig 2: A/C Charging Hoses

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5/8"-18 UNF thread

NOTE:

Use differently colored charging hoses (1800 mm long).

Have valve opener and spare seals to hand.

A short version of the filler hose is also included in the Refrigerant Circuits Adapter Set 1:VAS 6338/1 .

Connection piece for refrigerant cylinder with seal, quick-release coupling connection or threaded connection 5/8" - 18 UNF

Fig 3: Connection Piece For Refrigerant Cylinder With Seal

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Valve caps with replacement seals (for 5/8"-18 UNF thread)

Fig 4: Identifying Valve Caps With Spare Seal

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Seals can also be used for charging hoses.

NOTE:

Valve caps with spare seals are also included in Refrigerant Circuits Adapter Set 1:VAS 6338/1 .

Pressure gauge battery with pressure reducer for nitrogen (maximum reducing pressure: 15 bar (217.56 psi))

Fig 5: Identifying Pressure Gauge Set With Pressure Reducer For Nitrogen (Maximum Reducing Pressure: 15 Bar)

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Pressure Gauge Battery
Pressure Hose (inner diameter 5 mm, length 2 m (6.6 feet))
Nitrogen
Hose Fitting

NOTE:

For connection to A/C Adapter Set V.A.G 1785 with 5/8"-18 UNF thread

Quick-release coupling adapter for service connections.

Fig 6: Identifying Quick-Release Coupling Adapter For Service Connections

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High-pressure side, nominal size 16 mm
Low-pressure side, nominal size 13 mm
Release tool (Sharan), quantity: 2

NOTE:

This quick-release coupling is delivered with the A/C service station.