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Air Conditioning Refrigerant Service Valve Core Replacement

•	GE-39400-A Halogen Leak Detector

•	GE-46246 Valve Core Removal Tool

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

1.	Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .

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

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution .

1.	Install the service port valve core using (1) GE-46246 remover and tighten to 3 N·m (22 lb in) .

2.	Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .

3.	Leak test the fittings using the GE-39400-A detector .