Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Manifold Gauge Set Connection

Special Tool(s)

R-134a Manifold Gauge Set 176-R032A or equivalent

1. Turn both valves on the R-134a Manifold Gauge Set clockwise to close the low- and highpressure hoses to the center manifold and center hose.

Manifold Gauge Set Connection

2. Remove the A/C charging valve cap (19D702) from the low-pressure service gauge port valve.

Manifold Gauge Set Connection

3. Remove the A/C charging valve cap from the high-pressure service gauge port valve.

Manifold Gauge Set Connection

4. 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.

Manifold Gauge Set Connection

5. 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.

Manifold Gauge Set Connection

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