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Old Jun 12, 2011 | 04:38 PM
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Just bought a new to me 98 c5 been looking everywhere for repair manual cant seem find one. I need to add some freon to my low side ac service port looks like it's on the passanger side near the fire wall with a black cap. I need know if this is the corect location. Tks
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Old Jun 12, 2011 | 05:29 PM
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Do a search on the forum. Some have posted links to software that contains the entire manual.

Or, purchase a FSM in book form.
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Old Jun 12, 2011 | 05:32 PM
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If you use a GUAGE, you'll know the low pressure side. Most refill kits will only connect to the low side, the 2 ports are different sizes.
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Old Jun 12, 2011 | 05:33 PM
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it should only fit the low side if its a R-134a refill tool/gauge
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Old Jun 12, 2011 | 06:35 PM
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yes, the one by the battery. the high side is near the condenser.
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Old Jun 12, 2011 | 06:52 PM
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Or you could use the search button and you can get a detailed how to..
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Tks..
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Before you do the wrong thing, you can purchase a COMPLETE set of factory manuals from Gene Culley www.gmpartshouse.com

Here are some post to review:

- C5 AC System Service and Repairs: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-g...post1570703001 ,, Rocco’s post http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...post1571637102

The AC line pressures are critical. You should also consider adding the correct oil charge before you add freon.

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If your A/C is low on gas,there's a leak somewhere,which really should be found and repaired,unless you just plan on adding freon every so often...
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If you have a leak, the super sealer will work. The evaporators are terrible to access on these cars.

This is what I mean:

http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/de...1786&ppt=C0050

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