Manifold Gauge Set Connection: Procedure

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 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 High-Pressure Service Gauge Port Valve Cap
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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 Manifold Gauge
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Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & HOISTING .
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 (19D702) from the low-pressure service gauge port valve.

Fig 5: Removing Low-Pressure Service Gauge Port Valve Cap
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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: Connecting Manifold Gauge
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To disconnect the manifold and gauge set, reverse the connection procedure.