Spring Lock Coupling: Connect
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NOTE:
It is imperative that the sealing surface of the spring lock coupling and O-ring seal be clean and completely free from debris. To prevent contamination, only new PAG oil should be used as an O-ring seal lubricant. Contamination from used PAG oil, residual PAG oil from inside the refrigerant system or a failure to thoroughly clean the fitting sealing surface will interrupt the O-ring seal-to-fitting sealing surface and cause refrigerant system leaks.
- 3.NOTE: Use only the new O-ring seals. The use of any O-ring seals other than those specified in the Ford Catalog Advantage™ or equivalent may result in intermittent leakage during vehicle operation.
Install the O-ring seals.
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Connect the spring lock coupling fittings with a twisting motion until the spring lock coupling spring snaps over the flared end of the female fitting.