Service Port HVAC: Service and Repair

Service Ports Replacement

Tools Required

J 39037 Charge Valve Octagon Socket

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the service port cap.
2. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging).




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

Installation Procedure

1. Replace the O-ring. Refer to O-Ring Replacement (O-Ring Replacement).





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice).

2. Install the service port valve.

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

3. Evacuate and charge the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging (Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging).
4. Leak test the A/C service port. Refer to Leak Testing (Leak Testing).
5. Install the service port cap.