Core, Service Port Valve: Installation
NOTE:
Typical A/C service port shown in the illustration.
- Lubricate the valve core (3) with clean refrigerant oil prior to installation. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the A/C compressor in the vehicle.
- Remove the tape or plug from the service port (2).CAUTION:
Damage may result to a service port valve core if the valve core is not fully seated in the A/C service port. Such damage can result in a loss of refrigerant.
- Install and tighten the valve core into the service port(s) using a Schrader type valve core tool.
- Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to PLUMBING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .NOTE:
The protective cap helps aid in service port sealing and helps protect the refrigerant system from contamination. Remember to always reinstall the protective cap onto the service port when refrigerant system service is complete.
- Install the protective cap (1) onto the service port.