O-Ring And Refrigerant Connection: Notes

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Fig 1: Evacuating System And Charging Refrigerant Replacement Components With Torque Specifications (1 Of 2)

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Fig 2: Evacuating System And Charging Refrigerant Replacement Components With Torque Specifications (2 Of 2)

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

CAUTION: The new and former refrigerant connections use different O-ring configurations. Do not confuse O-rings since they are not interchangeable. If a wrong O-ring is installed, refrigerant will leak at or around the connection.