Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Air Conditioning Refrigerant Service Valve Core Replacement

Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual / HVAC / Cooling / Air Conditioning Refrigerant Service Valve Core Replacement

Special Tools

GE-39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
GE-46246 Valve Core Removal Tool

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.

Removal Procedure

Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.

Remove the service port valve core (1) using the GE-46246 remover .

Installation Procedure

Caution:

Refer to Fastener Caution.

Install the service port valve core (1) using the GE-46246 remover .
Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
Leak test the fittings using the GE-39400-A detector .

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Air Conditioning System Seal Replacement

Removal Procedure Disassemble the A/C refrigerant components. Refer to the appropriate repair procedure. Note: Cap or tape the open A/C refrigerant components immediately ...

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