FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Connect Coupling

1. Check for missing or damaged garter spring.
2. Remove damaged spring with small hooked wire.





3. Install new spring if damaged or missing.
4. Clean fittings.
5. Install new O-ring. Use only specified O-rings.
6. Lubricate with clean refrigerant oil.





7. Assemble fitting together by pushing with a slight twisting motion.





8. To ensure coupling engagement, visually check to be sure garter spring is over flared end of female fitting.