Manifold Gauge Set Connection

SPECIAL TOOL(S)

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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: Identifying R-134A Manifold Gauge Set
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NOTE: The low-pressure service gauge port valve is located on the suction accumulator and can be accessed from below the RH side of the front bumper cover.

Fig 2: 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 low-pressure service gauge port valve.

NOTE: The high-pressure service gauge port valve is located on the A/C condenser and can be accessed through an opening in the LH top of the radiator grille opening panel reinforcement.

Fig 3: Removing A/C Charging Valve Cap From High-Pressure Service Gauge Port Valve

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Remove the A/C charging valve cap from the high-pressure service gauge port valve.
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 4: 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 5: Connecting R-134A Manifold Gauge Set High-Pressure Hose
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