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Fig. 9 Remove or Install Clutch Coil Snap Ring

Fig. 10 Remove or Install Clutch Coil

COMPRESSOR FRONT SHAFT SEAL

REMOVAL

(1)Discharge the refrigerant system.

(2)Remove A/C compressor.

(3)Remove the compressor clutch assembly and shaft key.

(4)Remove the felt contaminant absorber and retainer (Fig. 1).

(5)Using a mineral spirits based solvent, thoroughly clean and dry the seal end of the compressor.

(6)Remove the snap ring shaft seal retainer (Fig. 2). Do not use the old snap ring to assemble.

(7)Using Seal Remover/Installer (6429), remove the shaft seal (Fig. 3).

INSTALLATION

(1)Lubricate the new shaft seal with refrigerant

oil.

(2)Place Seal Protector (6231) over the end of compressor shaft (Fig. 4). Use the larger flat end of the remover/installer to push the seal in until it seats. The snap ring groove should be visible above the seal (Fig. 5).

(3)Install clutch/coil assembly.

(4)Install compressor.

Fig. 1 Felt Contaminant Absorber

Fig. 2 Shaft Seal Snap Ring

Fig. 3 Remove Shaft Seal

(5) Evacuate and charge the refrigerant system. If oil loss of 3 ml (1 oz) or greater is suspected, refer to Oil Level in the Refrigerant Service Procedures section.