Quest Minivan GXE V6-2960cc 3.0L SOHC MFI (VG30E) (1997)
Hose/Line HVAC: Service and Repair
AC Coupler
REMOVAL
A plastic indicator ring is used on spring lock couplings during vehicle assembly to indicate that the coupling is connected. After the coupling is
connected, the indicator ring is not necessary but will stay near the cage opening.
Spring Lock Coupling - Removal
1. Discharge refrigerant from system. Fit spring lock coupling tools (9.53 mm [3/8 in], 12.70 mm [1/2 in], 15.88 mm [5/8 in] or 19.05 mm [3/4 in])
to the coupling.
Spring Lock Coupling - Removal
2. Close tool and push into open side of cage to expand garter spring and release female fitting.
If the tool is cocked while pushing it into the cage opening, the garter spring may not release.
Spring Lock Coupling - Removal
3. After garter spring is expanded, pull fitting apart.
Spring Lock Coupling - Removal
4. Remove tool from disconnected coupling.