Manifold and Gauge Set Connection

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SPECIAL TOOL(S)

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)

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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: Locating Both Valves On R-134a Manifold Gauge
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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
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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
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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: Disconnecting Low-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 6: Disconnecting High-Pressure Service Gauge Port Valve
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