Mustang GT V8-4.6L SOHC VIN X (1998)
Coupler HVAC: Service and Repair
Spring Lock Coupling
COUPLING-DISCONNECT
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL(S) REQUIRED
Description
Tool Number
Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool (3/8 inch)
412-026 (T81P-19623-G1)
Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool (1/2 inch)
412-027 (T81P-19623-G2)
Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool (5/8 inch)
412-038 (T83P-19623-C)
Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool (3/4 inch)
412-040 (T85L-19623-A)
1. Following proper procedures, remove refrigerant from system. See: Service and Repair/Refrigerant Recovery
2. Remove clip from spring lock coupling.
3. Fit Spring Lock Coupling Disconnect Tool 412-026 (T81P-19623-G1) (3/8 inch), 412-027 (T81P-19623-G2) (1/2 inch), 412-038
(T83P-19623-C) (5/8 inch) or 412-040 (T85L-19623-A) (3/4 inch) to the coupling.
4. Close tool and push into open side of cage to expand garter spring and release female fitting.
NOTE: The garter spring may not release if the tool is cocked while pushing it into the cage opening.
5. After garter spring is expanded, pull fitting apart.
6. Remove tool from disconnected coupling.
