E-Z Clip Series Fitting, 5/8-18 Male O-Ring (Short Pilot), -06 Hose, Straight

Reusing components from the E-Z Clip series is strongly advised against. Once the cage and clips are snapped into place and closed they cannot safely be removed and put on a new hose. You need to start with a brand new fitting and fresh clips to ensure a secure seal and prevent refrigerant leaks.

It matches that combo: E-Z Clip Series straight fitting for -06 hose with a 5/8-18 male O-ring end and a short pilot. The nipple uses two black O-rings that are a specific compound and size, and they are not meant to be removed or replaced.

You'll need the FT1357 Clip Closing Pliers specifically for this job. Regular pliers won't cut it because the tool has to sit square on the clip connection points and stay square through the whole closing motion. Using the wrong pliers risks a bad seal or a damaged clip, and since E-Z Clip components can't be reused, a mistake there means starting over with new parts.

This fitting is constructed from durable materials and designed for leak-free performance when properly installed with compatible refrigerant oil. However, the long-term effects of extreme temperatures are not explicitly detailed.