Service Port HVAC: Service and Repair

SERVICE PORTS REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED
- J 39037 Charge Valve Octagon Socket
- J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the service port cap.
2. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.




3. Use the J 39037 to remove the service port.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Lightly coat the O-ring with mineral base 525 viscosity refrigerant oil.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow any of the mineral base 525 viscosity refrigerant oil on the new O-ring to enter the refrigerant system.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.




2. Install the service port.

Tighten
Tighten the service port to 11 N.m (98 lb in).

3. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
4. Leak test the fittings of the component using J 39400-A.
5. Install the service port cap. Tighten the cap 1/4-1/2 turn after the seal washer contacts to access fitting.