Manifold Gauge Set Connection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Thunderbird. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special Tool(s)

Fig 1: Identifying Manifold Gauge Set Connection Special Tool

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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: Identifying R-134a Manifold Gauge Set
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Remove the A/C charging valve cap from the high-pressure service gauge port valve.

Fig 3: Removing A/C Charging Valve Cap From High-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 4: Connecting R-134a Manifold Gauge Set High-Pressure Hose To High-Pressure Service Gauge Port Valve
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Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the screws and the left sight shield.

Fig 5: 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 6: Removing A/C Charging 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 7: Connecting R-134a Manifold Gauge Set Low-Pressure Hose To Low-Pressure Service Gauge Port Valve
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To disconnect the manifold and gauge set, reverse the connection procedure.