Manifold and Gauge Set Connection

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Special Tool(s)

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool Specification Chart

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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 R-134A Manifold Gauge Set Clockwise To Close
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Remove the A/C charging valve cap (19D702) from the low-pressure service gauge port valve.

Fig 3: Removing A/C Charging Valve Cap From Low-Pressure Service Gauge Port Valve
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Remove the A/C charging valve cap from the high-pressure service gauge port valve.

Fig 4: Removing A/C Charging Valve Cap From High-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 5: Connecting R-134A Manifold Gauge Set Low-Pressure Hose
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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 6: Connecting R-134A Manifold Gauge Set High-Pressure Hose

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